[McG]

21 slashes.

How do the referees miss that?

Much like the actual intent, it must be systemic. I have no doubt that the Wild plan was slash Gaudreau at ever opportunity. I also have no doubt that the referees did not miss 21 slashes. Which means that it is systemic as well.

Occam's Razor says that the most simple explanation is the right one. Refs ignoring all but the most blatant penalties on Gaudreau/Flames.

Now compare that to the laughable call against McDavid on the breakaway in game 1.

I guess Johnny on LTIR helps our cap.