What does an empty net mean in hockey?
There are a few times in hockey you will look down at the far end of the ice and see and empty net. Where did the goalie go? What reason does a team have for not putting a goalie in their net? Why is there an empty net goal in hockey? The two reasons for […]
What is a faceoff in hockey? (with pictures)
The faceoff in hockey is one of the most common plays, and it is also one that has the most rules around it. For anyone watching hockey a lot of things happen during the faceoff that seem confusing! Let’s take a deeper look at the faceoff rules in hockey and bring some clarity to this […]
Can you be in the goalie crease?
Some of the biggest controversies in hockey have to do with what a player can and cannot do in the goalie crease. The goalie crease is going to be one of the main areas of action in the game, because teams are trying to get the puck through the goalie crease and into the net. […]
What is the most important position in hockey? 5 reasons why it is the centermen
What position has the greatest impact on the game of hockey? Hockey fans love to debate about all things hockey, and there has been lots of debate over what the most important position in hockey is. So, what is the most important position in hockey? The centermen is the most important position in hockey. The […]
What hockey team should I cheer for? A guide to picking your NHL team
Hockey is great! Hockey is fun to play and watch, but do you know what makes it even better? When you have a team to cheer for. Sometimes I wonder if I like my team more than I do the game itself. As a Calgary Flames fan I’ve been through many ups and downs (it […]
How the NHL entry draft works: A complete guide
Quick Answer: The NHL Entry Draft is a seven-round process held each June where all 32 NHL teams select the rights to young players, primarily 18–20-year-olds. Non-playoff teams pick first in round one, with lottery odds weighted toward the worst records to discourage tanking. Once drafted, players are not automatically paid — they still need […]
Why do they pull the goalie in hockey?
No matter how long you have watched hockey, it is still odd to see a goalie rush to his own bench and leave an empty net behind. There must be a good reason for it. Let’s take a closer look. A hockey team will pull their goalie in the last few minutes of the game, […]
What were the original NHL teams? (Hint: There were 4)
Original 4? Shouldn’t it be Original 6? When I looked into the history of the NHL, as a lifelong hockey fan I was surprised that the NHL started with just 4 teams, not 6. And only 1 of the original 4 teams is part of what is known as the original 6. So, who were […]
How many minutes do NHL players play?
An NHL game is 60 minutes long. There are more than five players on each team, so how does the coach split up the ice time between players? How long would a player play each night? Is there a difference between players? When looking at how many minutes NHL players play, it is most helpful […]
How do line changes work in hockey?
Hockey is known as the fastest game on earth, and line changes in hockey contribute to this. However, they are also a confusing part of the game: players coming on & off during the flow of the game at seemingly random times. Who comes off? Who goes on? How do they know? How do line […]