The Oilers took the series over the Flames however that win did not come without controversy. Many pointing to a call made by the officials to overturn Blake Coleman's goal.
Recently "Deadspin" published an article with the headline
The article and Deadspin have no evidence to make a claim like this.
According to NHL insider Frank Seravalli, it was this replay in particular that sold the kick to NHL officials.
Seravalli acknowledges
The Oilers will now face the Avalanche in the Western Conference Finals that's guaranteed to bring in huge interest from fans and TV attention which means ..... more money!
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