The Narrative: Which is it?, History is History, and Flashback

Apr 25, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Washington Capitals forward Connor McMichael (24) checks Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky (20) during the third period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images1. Which is it?

It’s been a tough series for the Canadiens and their fans. First, the referees weren’t calling anything and letting the Caps get away with murder. Then they were calling everything and not letting the players on the ice decide the game, as the Caps embellished the slightest contact. Somehow the Canadiens have managed to gain a 13-10 advantage in power play opportunities in the series…