Stanley Cup Champion exposes NHL referee for fixing games

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Erik Johnson is making waves by accusing NHL referees of questionable conduct during a game against the Rangers. Johnson voiced his frustration, particularly regarding what he deemed an unjust instigator penalty.

According to him, the penalty resulted from complaints by the Sabres' bench in an entirely different period, the definition of a fixed 'make-up call'


In Johnson's words:



The referees in question for this game were Jake Brenk and Carter Sandlak. Johnson's comments shine a light on an incident that raises questions about the officiating's integrity, suggesting that the instigator penalty may have been influenced by the Sabres' bench complaints.

This controversy adds an intriguing layer to the game, and it remains to be seen how the NHL will address Johnson's bold accusations against the referees.