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Penguins' Challenge Overturned in Jets Game, Frustrations Mount Over Interference
The Pittsburgh Penguins unsuccessfully challenged a goaltender interference call during Saturday's game versus the Winnipeg Jets. The NHL supported the call after review, intensifying the team's frustration.
During the first period of Saturday's game against the Winnipeg Jets, a play occurred involving Jets forward Brad Lambert and Penguins goalie Arturs Silovs. Lambert shot at Silovs, who steered the puck into the slot. Jets forward Morgan Barron and Penguins defenceman Erik Karlsson pursued the puck, resulting in Barron bumping Karlsson into Silovs. Barron then scored. Pittsburgh challenged the play, citing goaltender interference. The NHL upheld the original call after video review. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman on Hockey Night in Canada, an official agreed with the no-interference call, describing it as a "puck battle."
Key Facts
- The Pittsburgh Penguins challenged a goaltender interference call during a game against the Winnipeg Jets.
- The contested play unfolded in the first period of Saturday's game.
- Jets forward Brad Lambert shot at Penguins goalie Arturs Silovs, leading to a scramble.
- Morgan Barron of the Jets and Erik Karlsson of the Penguins both went for the loose puck.
- Barron bumped Karlsson into Silovs before the puck ricocheted off Barron and into the net.
- The NHL upheld the original call after review.
- Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reported that an official supported the call, deeming it a "puck battle.".