Marc Joannette

Marc Joannette (born November 3, 1968) is a Canadian former National Hockey League referee, who wore uniform number 25.

[1] On October 5, 2008, Joannette was involved in an odd play in a game between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Toronto Maple Leafs.

The force of the impact knocked Chimera's helmet off, but both he and Joannette got back to their feet almost immediately.

[5] The Leafs ended up scoring on the ensuing rush, as Ponikarovsky put the puck in the back of the net.

[5] The goal gave the Leafs a 4-2 lead, but the Jackets would end up tying the game, and winning it in overtime.

Former NHL referee Marc Joanette prepares for an opening faceoff in a 2013 NHL Western Conference contest between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Los Angeles Kings.
Former NHL referee Marc Joanette prepares for an opening faceoff in a 2013 NHL Western Conference contest between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Los Angeles Kings.