May 3, 2021; New York, New York, USA; Tom Wilson #43 of the Washington Capitals takes a roughing penalty during the second period against Artemi Panarin #10 of the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Bennett/POOL PHOTOS-USA TODAY Sports
Gary Bettman has once again managed to confound several in the hockey world with his comments on officiating and player safety. During the first intermission of Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, Sportsnet’s Ron MacLean asked him his thoughts on the state of NHL officiating and discipline.
Bettman was fair in his assessment of referees, stating they weren’t perfect but they strive to be accountable.