How long do hockey players stay on the ice? A guide to shift lengths

Hockey is a highly intense sport often called the fastest game in the world. If you have ever watched or played in a hockey game you will know there is a lot of truth to it. Players are asked to go out onto the ice and play at an extremely aggressive and fast level of […]

How many players are in the NHL?

The NHL is the top hockey league in the world. There are a lot of people who play hockey but, really, only a few get to play in the NHL ever year. The odds are not great. I have seen this firsthand with my nephew — he has played with friends who were drafted into […]

Are Ice Hockey Arenas Cold? (and what you should wear)

When going to watch an ice hockey game, we know that the temperature of the arena will need to be somewhat lower to keep the ice from melting, but how low will it be? How should I dress? Really, how cold will the arena be? Embed from Getty Images If you are going to a […]

Can you kick the puck in hockey?

A hockey player is quite talented with his feet, and I am not only talking about this skating ability. Players learn to use their feet to kick and direct the puck to themselves or a teammate. So, players are allowed to kick the puck – except for one certain play. When can you kick the […]