NHL Official Clarifies Controversial Call in Golden Knights' Challenge During Stanley Cup Final
NHL official explains call that led to controversial Golden Knights challenge late in Game 2

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In Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Vegas Golden Knights' challenge of a waved-off goal was denied due to goaltender interference by Carolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen. The ruling led to a power play goal for Carolina, resulting in a 4-3 overtime victory, tying the series.
- 01The controversial challenge occurred late in the third period of Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final.
- 02NHL's officiating director Stephen Walkom confirmed that the call was upheld due to goaltender interference.
- 03Vegas coach John Tortorella's challenge was based on a play where the puck crossed the goal line after a scramble in the crease.
- 04The failed challenge resulted in a delay-of-game penalty against Vegas, leading to a power play goal by Jordan Staal.
- 05The game ended with a 4-3 overtime win for Carolina, tying the series 1-1.
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During Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Vegas Golden Knights faced a controversial situation when they challenged a waved-off goal late in the third period. NHL officiating director Stephen Walkom explained that the challenge was denied because Carolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen was deemed to have been interfered with. The incident occurred when Andersen made a diving save on Ivan Barbashev’s wraparound attempt, and after the puck crossed the goal line following a poke from Golden Knights forward Pavel Dorofeyev, the call was challenged by Vegas coach John Tortorella. However, after video review, the officials upheld the original decision, citing goaltender interference. This failed challenge resulted in a delay-of-game penalty for Vegas, allowing Carolina captain Jordan Staal to score on the subsequent power play, putting the Hurricanes ahead 3-2. Although Mark Stone equalized for Vegas, the game ultimately went to overtime, where Seth Jarvis scored, securing a 4-3 victory for Carolina and tying the series at 1-1.
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The outcome of the game affects both teams' standings in the Stanley Cup Final, influencing fan engagement and local support.
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