Wes McCauley

Referee assignments announced: If Toronto ends up being the Capitals’ hub city, Wes McCauley will be one of their officials

We have some important developing news on who will be officiating where during the NHL’s 24-team playoff.

According to TSN’s Bob McKenzie, 10 referees and 10 linesmen each will be assigned to Toronto and Edmonton to officiate games. If the Eastern Conference’s hub city ends up being Toronto, those teams, which include our dear Washington Capitals, will draw star official Wes McCauley.

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By Ian Oland 9 months ago

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Wes McCauley’s dramatic rulings on video reviews are back

NHL official Wes McCauley is back at it with his emphatic rulings.

In last night’s hotly-contested matchup between the Vancouver Canucks and Detroit Red Wings, Martin Frk appeared to cross the blue line before receiving a pass, scoring on the ensuing play.

Were the Red Wings offside? McCauley delivered the verdict in dramatic fashion.

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By Julia Karron 2 years ago

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Barry Trotz won a Coach’s Challenge in the All-Star Game. Wes McCauley announced the disallowed goal in epic fashion.

As soon as it was revealed that Wes McCauley would be one of the referees in the 2018 All-Star Game, hockey fans hoped that there would be a goal review so the dramatic official could show off his mic skills.

They got their wish.

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By Ian Oland 3 years ago

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Wes McCauley teases Rangers fans with dramatic pause during goal announcement

A veteran of 14 years in the NHL, referee Wes McCauley has become a household name for the dramatics and humor he brings to his mic’d up calls.

On Tuesday, McCauley, like a wrestler soaking in his cheers during a promo, held New York Rangers fans in suspense as he waited to announce the ruling of a challenged goal.

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By Cara Bahniuk 3 years ago

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Wes McCauley’s microphone issues, marathon shootout between Devils and Bruins highlight Thanksgiving eve games

Wednesday night was a very busy day in the NHL. 30 of 31 teams were in action with the Thanksgiving holiday approaching.

And in those 15 games there were some very entertaining moments.

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By Cara Bahniuk 3 years ago

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Referee screams ‘five minutes each FOR FIGHTING’ after Andrew Shaw and Torey Krug scrap

Over the years, seemingly every Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens rivalry game is intense. Things were no different Sunday night in Boston, when Andrew Shaw settled a past score with Torey Krug.

The resulting fight was so fierce, even Referee Wes McCauley got amped when announcing the penalties.

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By Ian Oland 4 years ago

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