Wrong on this one Nick. That was a low shove with the stick that happens ten thousand times a game. Keller is tiny, Myers is huge, and Keller wasn't even close to going down. That was a HORRENDOUS call.
Hmmm, hey Nas I'm not going to fight you too hard because I understand it was technically weak (and you're a freaking awesome poster).
You're right it was weak ... but I will point out, we both know that the rule book and the way the game is called has almost nothing to do with the force exerted. Additionally, neither are other calls during that game, that period, or even on the same play used as a comparison for the call. It also has absolutely nothing to do with whether the opponent falls down or not.
What they do look at is timing, intent, decision making, direction taking, advantage, game flow, and the like. Which in this case Myers blew it all. Sure it's a weak penalty but why on earth are you crosschecking a completely non dangerously situated player facing the side boards with 4 minutes left while the entire arena is staring right at you? Just don't. Especially a guy like Keller who has been twisting opponents in knots for years and during this game. Obviously the refs were looking for that very infraction and he served it up right in front of them. Game, set, match.
