I watched the whole game and I don't see it that way.
Tampa Bay was not playing in control a lot of times and did stupid things right in front of the ref. The Devils play a very even game and don't commit a lot of penalties. They are also not as physical all around so it is easier to stay in control and not get as many penalties.
I am all for a clean game, but the only quick whistle that I saw was the slashing in the 2nd OT. I think it was b/c he had been doing it all game though and changed his grip to a two handed ax handle grip instead of a regluar hockey grip.
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