Referee blows the whistle before the Leafs score, but they still count it

The game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Carolina Hurricanes had a playoff intensity from the start. The Hurricanes had a 3-2 lead, and with time winding down in the third period, the Leafs received a fortunate opportunity.

During a scramble in front of the net, Michael Bunting managed to poke the loose puck to Auston Matthews, who scored to tie the game at 3-3. However, the play was initially ruled as no goal, as the whistle had blown.

After a brief review, the ruling changed due to the continuation of the play, and the goal was allowed, resulting in a tie game. Some may argue that this decision was evidence of the league trying to help Toronto win games.

Nevertheless, the Hurricanes quickly regained the lead when Sebastian Aho scored just 32 seconds later, making it 4-3. They went on to add an empty netter, securing a 5-3 victory.

Despite the controversial call, order was ultimately restored, and the Hurricanes emerged as the victors.

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