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Brett Hull Skate in Crease Goal

1999 • NHL • Referee Mistake • Goal Review
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THE STORY

In Game 6 of the 1999 Stanley Cup Final, Brett Hull of the Dallas Stars scored the series-clinching goal in triple overtime against the Buffalo Sabres. Hull's left skate was in the crease when he scored, leading to disputes over the goal's legality. The NHL ruled the goal valid, awarding the Cup to Dallas.

TEAMS / PEOPLE: Dallas Stars, Buffalo Sabres, Brett Hull

WHY IT MATTERS

The goal remains one of the most debated moments in NHL history, prompting changes to the crease rule in subsequent seasons.

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