Some 20 televised hockey games across Hockey East will use a modified video replay system this year.

It was mentioned just briefly at Hockey East's annual Media Day yesterday in Boston by league Commish Joe Bertagna.

Could make for some interesting situations.

The video will primarily be used for controversial goals the referee may be concerned about.

Say, a foot in the crease, or potential kick-in.

Going to the tape will be at the discrestion of the man in stripes. Coaches can lobby I guess, but the referee has no obligation to watch the replay if he doesn't deem it necessary.

Anyone remember that disallowed goal back in the 2004 NCAA Championship game? To the chagrin of Maine fans, video replay at the Fleetcenter caught the tip of wing Mike Hamilton's skate in the crease during a power play goal by Derek Damon. It was disallowed and Maine lost 1-0.

It's unclear at this point which games will have access to this replay, but according to Bertagna it will be equally dispersed around the league.

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