So let's be honest. I am an intense Sharks fan. Yes, as of right now we are #1 in the league with 91 points. We're playing against Detroit right now, and it's pretty obvious that the referees and Toronto are definitely not rooting for the team in teal.

Now I'm not asking for the Sharks to be able to get away with murder, but I am expecting an even playing field. These two teams should be able to battle it out without worrying about some prissy penalty call. And I strongly believe that Dan Cleary should have been ejected from the game - that hit from behind on Big Joe was dangerous and unnecessary. Granted Joe came right back out and hustled, but he was on the ice for a little longer than I think any Sharks fan was comfortable with. If that sort of play continues I cannot wait to see who has to answer to Jody Shelley.

This game is a huge statement for BOTH teams. The refs need to let the boys play it out. The Sharks do need to pick up the pace a bit, but that won't be possible if they keep getting lame penalties. And if the Wings are continually allowed to hack/trip/pester to extremes/etc. 

There has only been 20 minutes of hockey so far and I won't be able to see the rest. Let's hope the better team *cough*Sharks*cough* wins.