ELMONT, N.Y. — The Colorado Avalanche did plenty to lose for only the second time in regulation Thursday night at UBS Arena, but the league-leading club was yet again not happy with a rule interpretation.
Kyle MacLean scored during a goalmouth scramble 5:56 into the first period of a 6-3 victory for the New York Islanders. The Avs, which fell to 19-2-6 on the season, immediately challenged the goal for goaltender interference.
After a lengthy review, MacLean’s goal was confirmed and the Avs were assessed a penalty for the failed challenge.
“I think goalie interference is a joke,” Avs coach Jared Bednar said.