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calgaryred · 02-01-2023, 10:45 AM

Not surprised game management by refs, the game itself has changed so much its more like basketball on ice. Most penalties you need to be explained why it's a call. The 10 minute reviews for offside, it's too much. I wouldn't be surprised if viewership drops north of the border with all the gambling commercials, and hockey love for McDavid by Rogers.

I miss when games were more regional at least the focus was on your team, not about McDavid at intermission when he's not even playing.

02-01-2023, 10:45 AM	#35
calgaryred Franchise Player Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Chilliwack, B.C Exp:	Not surprised game management by refs, the game itself has changed so much its more like basketball on ice. Most penalties you need to be explained why it's a call. The 10 minute reviews for offside, it's too much. I wouldn't be surprised if viewership drops north of the border with all the gambling commercials, and hockey love for McDavid by Rogers. I miss when games were more regional at least the focus was on your team, not about McDavid at intermission when he's not even playing. Last edited by calgaryred; 02-01-2023 at 10:47 AM.