Situation 1
Immediately following a save by the goalkeeper, the puck lands directly on the goal line. The Goal Judge turns the light on, signifying that a goal has been scored. The Referee clearly sees that the puck has not completely crossed the goal line. The attacking team promptly requests that the Referee consult with the Goal Judge. Is it necessary for the Referee to do so?
No. Rule References 504(b) and 502(a).
The Goal Judge should only be consulted when the Referee has not seen the play completely. Since the Referee has the final decision to make, there is no need to consult the Goal Judge in this instance.
