THE STORY
On May 27, 1993, during overtime of Game 6 of the Western Conference Final between the Los Angeles Kings and the Toronto Maple Leafs, Wayne Gretzky high-sticked Doug Gilmour in the face. Referee Kerry Fraser did not call a penalty, and moments later, Gretzky scored the game-winning goal, leading the Kings to a 4-3 victory and forcing a decisive Game 7.
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NHL teams and players
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident remains one of the most controversial non-calls in NHL history, significantly impacting the Maple Leafs' playoff run and fueling ongoing debates about officiating decisions.