Cale Makar Scores Insane Yet Controversial Goal in Dying Seconds of Period (VIDEO)
Seconds after Zach Hyman scored the tying goal, Cale Makar absolutely sniped Mike Smith. He looked to be seriously offsides, but since he wasn't in full possession the goal counted. Judge for yourself:
Looks pretty offsides, but according to the rulebook we have a good goal. Essentially, when he first touched the puck he self-passed it to himself, Nichushkin tagged up before Makar regained possession, then the play ensued onside.
Here's the full speed clip for a better idea:
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