The issue with the reffing is definitely the inconsistency. I really don't know what the standard is in this series. There have been calls that seem really weak against both teams, and then some plays that seem like they should be penalties but aren't treated as such.
League wide, I think it's maybe the biggest issue the NHL has. The NHL has done a really good job developing the league overall during the last couple of decades, but reffing is one area that still feels like it doesn't work. Standards change all the time and it often feels a bit random.
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