Jets awarded 3rd goal after kicking motion, goalie interference reviews
The Winnipeg Jets scored their third marker of Game 1 on Saturday before the 10-minute point of the first period despite the fact that the goal was originally waived off due to goaltender interference.
In fact, two reviews took place: one to see if Joel Armia kicked the puck in the net, and then another to assess if he interfered with goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury. Both rulings turned out in Winnipeg's favor, and the Jets took an early three-goal lead as a result.
YUP... Definitely a GOOD goal!
— Winnipeg Jets (@NHLJets) May 12, 2018
🚨: Joel Armia
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As expected, Golden Knights head coach Gerard Gallant was not happy with the outcome.
Fleury allowed more than two goals in the opening period for the first time this postseason.
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