GIF: Blue Jackets' goal disallowed after Rinne dislodges net
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Columbus Blue Jackets forward Nick Foligno thought he scored his 17th goal of the season early in Monday's game against the Nashville Predators, but it was short-lived.
Foligno's first-period goal was waived off after officials ruled Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne knocked the net off its moorings unintentionally.
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The NHL cited Rule 78.5, which states that apparent goals shall be disallowed when the net is displaced accidentally.
Whether or not it was accidental is a question only Rinne can answer, but Blue Jackets fans aren't happy about having the goal wiped out as a result.