Referee Mike Leggo: “You Can’t Do That”
It’s rare to get an explanation from an NHL referee as to why they called a penalty. In...
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Author: Josh Smith
Gregson Retires, Walkom Takes Over as Officiating Chief
Meet the new boss, same as the old boss. Terry Gregson, after 34 years in the league –...
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Scouting the Umps: Ron Kulpa Blew It Again
Sometimes, officials of other sports require a watchful eye. Take, for example, MLB umpire Ron...
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International Officials Gearing Up for Sochi
While fans are excited about their countries’ respective Olympic training camps, remember...
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The Score: Why Refs Pocket The Whistle
Justin Bourne over at The Score takes a look at why officials have a tendency to avoid late-game...
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Avs’ Duchene Scores Epic Offside Goal
Colorado Avalanche forward Matt Duchene scored a goal against the Nashville Predators that was JUST a bit offside…
Read MoreRef Reading: ESPN on Dan O’Halloran
From ESPN’s Scott Burnside (5/21/08): Dan O’Halloran isn’t given to superstition. Yet the NHL referee wears the No. 13 on his jersey as a nod to the way fate intercedes in all our lives, marking the path...
Read MoreNHL Referees and Linesmen Gear Up for 2010 Playoffs
From NHL.com’s Bob Condor. Originally published April 15, 2010:When NHL Senior Vice President and Director of Officiating Terry Gregson talks to the 20 referees and 20 linesmen assigned to the first round of the playoffs,...
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