Month: September 2024

Canadiens’ Xhekaj Fined $3,385 for Unsportsmanlike Conduct

Posted by Josh Smith | Sep 30, 2024 | News, Player Safety

The NHL’s Department of Player Safety is getting in some preseason reps, issuing a fine to Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj for unsportsmanlike conduct.

Scouting the Refs Podcast #217: It’s Preseason for the Situation Room, Too

Posted by Josh Smith | Sep 29, 2024 | News, Podcast

Foote banned, OHL adds 24, Wings’ Larkin goes headhunting, Othmann vs. Wotherspoon, helmet tossing, a baffling no goal, green armbands, trading cards, and more! #RefsPodcast

NHL Officials Pronunciation Guide 2024-25

Posted by Josh Smith | Sep 28, 2024 | News, NHL

If you’re going to yell at the refs, at least get their names right. Here’s our updated pronunciation guide for the 2022-23 NHL officials:

Ontario Hockey League Announces 2024-25 Officiating Team

Posted by Josh Smith | Sep 26, 2024 | News, OHL

The Ontario Hockey League has released the OHL officiating roster for the 2024-25 season.

Slovak Extraliga Suspends Cal Foote for Illegal Check to Head

Posted by Josh Smith | Sep 24, 2024 | News

Former NHL defenseman Cal Foote has been suspended by the Slovakian Ice Hockey Association’s Disciplinary Commission for an illegal check to the head

NHL Referee Justin St-Pierre Retires Due To Knee Injury

Posted by Josh Smith | Sep 24, 2024 | News, NHL

Referee Justin St-Pierre has worked his last National Hockey League game. The veteran ref has hung up his skates after a difficult recovery from a knee injury.

Scouting the Refs Podcast #216: Survey Says!

Posted by Josh Smith | Sep 21, 2024 | News, Podcast

NHL Officials wrap up camp, NHL rules video, QMJHL officiating updates, The Athletic’s player survey on standings, OT, shootout goals, and post-game refs – plus should there be DOPS minimums? #RefsPodcast