Datsyerberger 279 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 Fraser blows one, this time. Basically, there's some intense play going on. Jason Smith has Kaleta lined up in front of the benches, and when he sees Kaleta's numbers, he holds off on the hit, basically holding Kaleta up so Kaleta's head doesn't get pounded into the boards or tossed into the bench dangerously. He then helps Kaleta get steady and helps him up, Kaleta drops the gloves, and Smith goes with him and they get in a couple punches before getting broken up. Smith is assessed with a triple minor (all roughing). Additionally, he's given a 10 minute game misconduct. Link http://watch.tsn.ca/nhl-games-on-demand/se...res/#clip139111 (Go about 23 minutes in and you'll see the play develop) What the hell was Fraser thinking here? Even Buffalo fans seem to be pretty puzzled by this one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b.shanafan14 733 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 Wow, thats pretty ridiculous. Good on Smith to avoid a hit that could have ended very badly. Too bad he wasn't rewarded for a respectful play, but HEAVILY penalized Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inultus 12 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 Yeah, that's either a blown call or the ref's way of letting Buffalo try to get back into the game. I just think it's funny that they couldn't score on a 6 minute power play (well, it would have been 6 if they hadn't taken a dumb penalty in the middle of it). Also, right before the end of the 2nd Koletta throws his arm up and Ottawa takes another penalty. Is Koletta untouchable or is he sucking the ref's chorizo or what? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blueliner 69 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 that sounds like a penalty that would be called in the Mighty Ducks movies. Two minutes for roping? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carman 387 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 Oh wow, I'm almost at a loss for words over that call, and that's a game involving two teams I couldn't care less about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 Wow, Smith makes a classy move and then gets punished for it? This league sends so many mixed signals... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Datsyerberger 279 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 Yeah, that's either a blown call or the ref's way of letting Buffalo try to get back into the game. I just think it's funny that they couldn't score on a 6 minute power play (well, it would have been 6 if they hadn't taken a dumb penalty in the middle of it). Also, right before the end of the 2nd Koletta throws his arm up and Ottawa takes another penalty. Is Koletta untouchable or is he sucking the ref's chorizo or what? I remember reading on hfboards that at the end, Buffalo had more powerplays in that game since any game since one in the early 90s. And that they were epicly failing on capitalizing on any of them. Even some of the Buff fans seemed to think that the refs were trying to give the Slugs a shot at that game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shoreline Report post Posted February 12, 2009 I don't get how both Smith got 6 minutes, rather than, say, 2 minutes, and mystifying me a bit more, Kaleta got no penalty for dropping them? Totally retarded call by the refs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 I remember reading on hfboards that at the end, Buffalo had more powerplays in that game since any game since one in the early 90s. And that they were epicly failing on capitalizing on any of them. I listened to part of this game on the radio; they said Buffalo went 1-for-12 on the powerplay in the game. Years ago, Fraser was doing a DRW game at home. He calls two penalty shots against them. Wayne Maxner was the coach at the time. His quote about Fraser went along the lines of: "I can understand if he calls one, but there is no way he can call two; he's not tall enough to see over top of the net". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-TownWing 0 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 Yeah, that's either a blown call or the ref's way of letting Buffalo try to get back into the game. I just think it's funny that they couldn't score on a 6 minute power play (well, it would have been 6 if they hadn't taken a dumb penalty in the middle of it). Yeah, the real crime here is Buffalo's complete waste of a rare 6-minute PP. Not to say that the call wasn't absolutely brutal, it was. Smith ought to get a freaking commendation from the league or something, given the recent history we've had with questionable hits. Class move by a solid player and guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ms_Hockey 0 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 I... wow... I have absolutely nothing to say about this. I'm... speechless. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeymom1960 5,107 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 Obviously, Fraser's helmet is too tight on that hair helmet of his Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seeinred 1,488 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 It's not THAT bad of a call. It's at least 2 for the hit from behind and another 2 for roughing. That last pair of minutes is a little puzzling though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Datsyerberger 279 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 It's not THAT bad of a call. It's at least 2 for the hit from behind and another 2 for roughing. That last pair of minutes is a little puzzling though. Oh yea, I definitely agree with the 2 from behind. But the 2 for roughing? Kaleta was the one that dropped the gloves first and didn't get a roughing minor (or anything, for that matter) And the 3rd minor is completely ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zata40 3 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 wow, that was BAD. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blueliner 69 Report post Posted February 12, 2009 You can hear Frasier say, "He's getting six minutes." Talking to the Buffalo bench. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Holmstrom96 347 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 WOW. All I can say is WOW.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ComradeWasabi 109 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 That is simply an atrocious call. just appallingly bad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SouthernWingsFan 854 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 I've pretty much just accepted that officiating is going to be inconsistent all across the league and don't really try to get too worked up about it because it isn't changing anytime soon. Inconsistent doesn't always necessarily mean bad, just means it is inconsistent. Only rule to the exception is O'Hallaran phantom interference calls. I still always get a kick though hearing Redmond on Wings broadcasts be in disbelief about them almost every single penalty call. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pjgj13 30 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 s***ty call!! If it was O'halleran in a Wings game and Ozzie tripped someone he might have gotten a 5 minute major and game misconduct. OH!! They couldn't replace the goalie until the penalty was up. This is how players get injured, how could there NOT be a charge on the hit on Lebda? Mickey was like he raced in from 100 feet away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Rule_1010 4 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 (edited) I am puzzled. I would love to know what his rationale was for the penalty minutes assessed. Was he even paying attention? Trying to make the game more interesting? I don't know. Wow. Glad to see the NHL has some world-class refs. Edited February 13, 2009 by Wings_Rule_1010 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
