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Coach's Challenge: VGK @ CGY - 15:50 of the First Period

Type of Challenge: Goaltender Interference

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Situation Room: VGK vs. CGY

Situation Room: Backlund's goal waved off

The Golden Knights challenge for goaltender interference on Mikael Backlund's goal, and the call on the ice is overturned

  • 03:09 •

Challenge Initiated By: Vegas

Type of Challenge: Goaltender Interference

Result: Original call is overturned - No Goal Calgary

Explanation: It was determined that Mikael Backlund impaired Robin Lehner's ability to play his position prior to his shot entering the net. According to Rule 69.4, "If an attacking player initiates any contact with a goalkeeper, other than incidental contact, while the goalkeeper is outside his goal crease, and a goal is scored, the goal will be disallowed."

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