Fans are accusing Gary Bettman of rigging game 7 of Leafs vs Bruins
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A couple of days ago, the Toronto Maple Leafs faced off against the Boston Bruins in a game that caused quite a stir, and it wasn't just because of the action-packed play. NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and the league made a controversial decision by appointing referee Kelly Sutherland to officiate the game, despite his rocky history with Maple Leafs fans.
Sutherland's past calls in games involving the Maple Leafs have raised eyebrows, and his presence on the ice for this crucial matchup only added fuel to the fire. Unfortunately for Maple Leafs supporters, their team ended up losing the game and getting knocked out of the playoffs, with some questionable calls by the referees adding to their frustration.
Maple Leafs fans took to social media to vent their anger, expressing their disappointment with the decision to have Sutherland referee the game. The upsetting outcome of the match has reignited discussions about fairness and transparency within the NHL.
DID YOU KNOW: The Bruins have defeated the Maple Leafs in Game 7s in 2018 (7-4) & 2019 (5-1), with refs Wes McCauley and Kelly Sutherland in stripes for both. Sutherland's back for tonight's Game 7
Interestingly, it came to light that in previous Game 7 encounters between the Bruins and the Maple Leafs, the Bruins emerged victorious with Sutherland officiating alongside another referee.
The recent events have left Maple Leafs fans feeling aggrieved, raising questions about the NHL's decision-making process and whether personal biases play a role in such important assignments
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Evidence emerges of Bettman rigging game 7 between Bruins and Leafs
Evidence emerges of Bettman rigging game 7 between Bruins and Leafs
| POLL | ||
MAI 6 | 210 ANSWERS Fans are accusing Gary Bettman of rigging game 7 of Leafs vs Bruins Do you think the NHL is rigged? | ||
| Yes | 29 | 13.8 % |
| No | 122 | 58.1 % |
| Sometimes | 59 | 28.1 % |
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