From a fan's perspective, the NHL's goaltender interference rule is very confusing

Mar 2, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins (90) makes a save in front of New York Rangers right wing Gabe Perreault (94) during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn ImagesThe Columbus Blue Jackets built a 4-0 lead over the New York Rangers last night at Madison Square Garden before blowing it entirely in the third period. The Jackets won the game in overtime, but how they got that 4-0 lead might be a sensitive topic to a Rangers fan this morning.

With the Jackets already ahead 2-0 in the second period, the Rangers got a power-play opportunity. It was a good one, with Blue…