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Mar 21, 2015; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Brandon Prust (8) before the game against San Jose Sharks at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Jean-Yves Ahern-USA TODAY Sports

Why are referees the focal point of Game 2 between the Canadiens and Lightning? It’s because Brandon Prust spoke out after the game, calling out referee Brad Watson for verbally attacking him. And now, in the aftermath, it’s become part of the narrative of Game 2.