In a recent game, Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj exhibited commendable restraint when faced with a questionable hit on Kirby Dach by Philadelphia Flyers captain Sean Couturier. Despite inviting Couturier to fight, Xhekaj was interrupted by Nick Seeler, preventing any altercation.

The lack of a fight led to confusion over penalties, with Xhekaj receiving an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty while Seeler escaped without punishment. This situation draws parallels to past instances of perceived bias in officiating.