The Lightning's defeat, with a final score of 6-1, ended their playoff run, making them the second team to be eliminated after the New York Rangers swept the Washington Capitals.
Despite the score difference, the Lightning had several shots on goal, some of which were disallowed due to goalie interference.
In a post-game press conference, Cooper expressed frustration about the disallowed goals, particularly questioning the criteria for goalie interference. He argued that the calls should only be made for egregious violations, which he couldn't find in the first instance.
While Cooper's concerns about goalie interference are valid, his choice of words has overshadowed the message. Many feel that focusing on improving officiating without resorting to insensitive remarks would be more effective.