In a recent EDM vs VAN game, fans were left scratching their heads at a controversial charging call made on Pettersson during a playoff match. Here’s what happened:
Summary
- Fans divided over rare charging call on a stationary player
- Debate on technical correctness vs. common sense in officiating
- Surprise and amusement at the unique penalty situation
JayTalk
JayTalk pointed out the rarity of a charging call on a player who wasn’t even skating, showcasing the unusual nature of the penalty
BakaNano
BakaNano compared the call to Kronwall’s playing style, suggesting that if this was charging, much of Kronwall’s play would fall under the same category
CowboyCanuck24
CowboyCanuck24 found humor in the situation, calling the call hilarious given the previous leniency in the game
starcross24 emphasized the lack of consistency in refereeing by noting that the closest ref did not even see the infraction