Nov 19, 2013; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; The ref calls off the goal by Florida Panthers forward Jimmy Hayes (12) after goalie interference is called by Vancouver Canucks forward Jannik Hansen (36) during the first period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports
In March 2015, the general managers of the National Hockey League met in Boca Raton, Florida to discuss potential changes to the game of hockey. At this annual meeting, the idea of a coach’s challenge was proposed—and that idea was recommended to the NHL and NHL Players Association competition committee. After their June meeting, the NHL and NHLPA announced in this joint statement:
The Committee recommends that a Coach’s Challenge be adopted for expanded video review for goals that may have resulted from (1) goaltender interference and (2) offside plays.