CCC: Clay's Canucks Commentary

Ballard is an absolute force when it comes to the physical aspect of the game. His timed hits are more like cruise missiles that have locked on target. I (as many fans around the league) love his style of play and hope to see more of Ballard these playoffs . The video evidence of his hip check prowess speaks for itself !

I cannot believe that in all of theses clips he gets attacked for super clean game changing hits ? What is wrong with the NHL ? Why do they condone such brutal tactics when a HARD, CLEAN, body check is delivered ? ? I have been watching hockey for 30+ seasons and have never been so disgusted with the officiating of the modern day game . The lack of respect among certain players in the league is mind boggling ?

This is not the type of NHL I grew up with, of that there is no doubt. I remember when a solid check was cheered by both benches during a game. Thankfully there are always those aspects in the game that bring fans like myself back year after year . Hard clean HITS , miracle saves, and who could forget those epic fights ?

Unfortunately a dark cloud is forming and fans league wide are starting to notice and starting to talk. The major consensus is that the officiating plain and simple is at the very best brutally inconsistent. Hockey fans world wide should not be subjected to seeing their teams have five straight power plays called against them, only to receive four in a row themselves ! How could any team be proud of a victory like that ?

Let the teams play and showcase their talents ! That's all any fan or player of any pro sport WORLD WIDE really wants .