Vote: Should Zibanejad’s goal have counted?

Ottawa Senators' Mika Zibanejad, second from left, celebrates his goal alongside teammate Zack Smith as Montreal Canadiens' Carey Price looks back into the net alongside teammate Jarred Tinordi. (CP/Sean Kilpatrick)

The Montreal Canadiens were up 2-0 midway through the third period and in control of Game 4 against the Ottawa Senators Tuesday, before a controversial goal resulted in a major shift in momentum.

At 11:55 of the third frame, Mika Zibanejad deflected a Chris Neil pass past Carey Price to cut the deficit to one. With 22 seconds remaining in regulation Cory Conacher tied it and Kyle Turris potted the winner in overtime.

The Sens now have a stranglehold on the series, up 3-1, and have the opportunity to eliminate the Habs on Thursday at the Bell Centre in Montreal.

Zibanejad’s goal, however, was the major talking point both during and following the game.

The ruling on the ice was a goal, but it was reviewed by NHL officials since it appeared Zibanejad may have made a kicking motion to direct the puck into the net.

According to Rule 49.2 in the NHL’s official rulebook: “A puck that deflects into the net off an attacking player’s skate who does not use a distinct kicking motion is a legitimate goal.”

Although the majority watching the game felt there was a distinct kicking motion, the call on the ice stood and the goal counted.

Now it’s your chance to have a say:

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