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Originally Posted by dissentowner
This is incorrect. It's done to keep games close and it isn't something refs are taught from day 1, I know a couple CHL refs who would dispute that. It absolutely was introduced by Bettman, Kerry Fraser has admitted as much.
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My apologies- game management as it exists in the NHL does not exist for most referees.
But referees are responsible for managing the game. It’s why you try not to call too many penalties one way because things can get out of hand quickly if one team doesn’t feel they’re getting a fair shake.
Once a game is out of control, especially with 14-18 year olds, it can be quite difficult to get things back on track.