TVA Sports journalist Renaud Lavoie has made his position clear regarding the New York Rangers’ fourth goal against the Montreal Canadiens, asserting that the goal should not have counted.
He described the decision as evident, straightforward, and accurate.
The goal was invalid:
The referees faced a challenging game during the match between the Canadiens and Rangers. Notably, during the play leading to the winning goal, Will Cuylle of the home team evidently tripped Joel Armia.
No penalty was issued against the Rangers for this infraction. Stu Cowan, a journalist who covers the Canadiens, questioned what the referees were observing.
Additionally, head coach Martin St-Louis addressed the media for less than 90 seconds after the game, and his brief remarks spoke volumes.
What are your thoughts? Do you believe the Montreal Canadiens deserved a better outcome in New York? Was the Rangers’ fourth goal fair?
Following this defeat, the Canadiens have dropped to 30th in the NHL standings (last in the East) with 19 points from 23 games, including 8 wins, 12 losses, and 3 overtime losses.
The team has significant work ahead if they aim to re-enter the playoff race quickly.
