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Emergency Backup Goalies (EBUGs): Inside the NHL’s Most Unlikely Rule
In the NHL, every team dresses two goaltenders per game—a starter and a backup. But in the rare case that both become...
The Goalie Stick Rule — Size, Shape, and Curve Restrictions
For goaltenders, the stick isn’t just another piece of gear — it’s a precision tool for stopping, steering, and...
What Happens If a Ref Gets Hit by the Puck in Hockey?
Every hockey fan knows how fast the game moves. Pucks can fly past players at more than 100 miles per hour,...
Who Chooses the Faceoff Circle? A Complete Guide for Hockey Fans
Faceoffs are one of the most underrated yet critical aspects of hockey. Every puck drop can shift momentum, spark...
Last Minute of Play Rules – What Makes It Different?
Every hockey fan has felt the tension when the announcer declares, “Last minute of play in the period!” The crowd...
What Happens If the Net Is Knocked Off in Hockey?
In hockey, players are flying down the ice, goalies are scrambling to protect their crease, and the net itself can...
Kicking the Puck in Hockey: When It’s Allowed and When It’s Not
Let’s talk about one of the quirkiest rules on the ice: kicking the puck. You’ve seen it before—scramble in front of...
The Origins of the “Five for Fighting” Rule in Hockey
Hockey has always been a sport defined by speed, skill, and toughness. Few aspects of the game capture its physical...
Hockey Penalty Shot Rules: When and How Penalty Shots Are Awarded
When the referee points to center ice and players clear the way for a single attacker, the entire arena holds its...
Instigator Penalty – Starting Trouble the Wrong Way in Hockey
In hockey, physicality is part of the game—but there are limits. One rule designed to control aggression is the...
Pulling the Goalie in Hockey: Strategy, Timing, and Risks Explained
In the world of hockey, the goalie is often the last line of defense—and the first player fans notice when a big save...
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The Rare “Own Goal” Rule in Hockey: Understanding One of the Sport’s Strangest Moments
Hockey is full of fast breaks, crisp passing, powerful slapshots, and highlight-reel moments. But every now and then, something happens that takes even seasoned fans by surprise—the puck ends up in the wrong net. Own goals are one of the rarest and most bizarre events...
🎁 Give the Perfect Gift – ABHS Gift Cards
Finding the right gift for a hockey player isn’t always easy. Their stick preferences, curve patterns, and gear choices can be incredibly specific, and guessing wrong can throw off their whole setup. All Black Hockey Sticks digital gift cards take that pressure away,...
Skate Laces: Waxed vs. Non-Waxed — Which Style Fits Your Game?
Every hockey player knows the feeling: the moment you hit the ice, your gear begins to tell the story of your stride. From the lie of your stick to the sharpness of your steel, every detail matters. One often-overlooked piece of equipment? Your skate laces. These thin...
Backchecking Basics That Set the Tone Early
Backchecking is one of the purest expressions of a team’s work ethic. From the moment the puck turns over, the race begins, players sprinting into defensive posture, closing gaps, and forcing opponents into low-percentage decisions. When done well, backchecking sets...
9 Strange and Legendary Hockey Superstitions Players Swear By
Hockey isn’t just a sport — it’s a way of life built on grit, skill, and unshakable belief. But beyond the drills and training regimens lies another layer of the game that fans rarely see: hockey superstitions. From taping sticks a certain way to avoiding a trophy...
Emergency Backup Goalies (EBUGs): Inside the NHL’s Most Unlikely Rule
In the NHL, every team dresses two goaltenders per game—a starter and a backup. But in the rare case that both become unavailable due to injury or illness during a game, the team can turn to an Emergency Backup Goalie, or EBUG. The EBUG is a non-roster goaltender made...
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