Underdogs are fun, and we're tired of talking about referees

Today on the Cross-Check NHL Show, Mary Clarke is on vacation, so Laura Saba from Locked On Canadiens joins the show to help out Andrew Berkshire with the hosting duties. Despite both Andrew and Laura being extremely tired of talking about the officials, after game four between the Montreal Canadiens and Vegas Golden Knights, the topic can't be avoided. Is the NHL even interested in fixing the issues plaguing this series? The hosts dive into that, and why the series is being officiated like it is, and no, it's not about a conspiracy against Montreal. The hosts then break down each of the semi-final series as they stand, with similarities rearing their heads between the two series, with Montreal and the New York Islanders running parallel as underdogs. Can the less talented, tight defensive teams actually outduel the Golden Knights and Tampa Bay Lightning? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cross-Check NHL Show · Locked On Podcast Network, Andrew Berkshire, Mary Clarke