In the fast-paced, high-intensity world of ice hockey, the rules help keep the game fair, strategic, and exciting. One...
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Stick Infractions: What Not to Do with Your Twig
In hockey, few things are more iconic than a player’s stick. Whether it’s delivering a quick-release snapshot from the...
Rules You Didn’t Know Existed: Strange Hockey Rules Explained (Part 2)
In Part 1, we explored some of the most unexpected quirks in the NHL rulebook—from delay of game penalties for...
What Happens If a Hockey Team Runs Out of Players? (Yes, It Can Happen!)
Hockey is a fast-paced, high-intensity sport that requires endurance, strategy, and skill. While teams typically dress...
The Unwritten Rules of Hockey: A Player’s Code of Conduct – Respect, Retribution, and the ‘Code’
Hockey is a game of speed, skill, and toughness, but beyond the written rules of the sport lies an unspoken code of...
Can You Cheat in Hockey? Rule Loopholes & Grey Areas
Hockey is a fast, intense, and highly regulated sport, but like any game, it has its fair share of grey areas. While...
The Trapezoid Rule: Why Goalies Can’t Roam Like They Used To
In the fast-paced world of hockey, few positions have seen as many rule changes as goaltending. Over the years,...
Power Play 101: How Teams Capitalize on Their Opponent’s Mistakes
In hockey, opportunities to strike are everything—and no opportunity is bigger than the power play. It’s a moment to...
The Role of Referees: How Officials Keep the Game Fair and Fast
Hockey is one of the fastest and most exciting sports in the world, with players flying up and down the ice, making...
Rules You Didn’t Know Existed: Strange Hockey Rules Explained
Hockey is fast, thrilling, and full of drama, but beneath the high-octane action lies a rulebook packed with...
The Importance of Face-off Rules and Strategy
The Importance of Face-off Rules and Strategy Face-offs are a cornerstone of hockey, marking the start of every play...
Inside the Penalty Box: Understanding Hockey’s Most Common Penalties
Hockey is a fast-paced, high-intensity sport, where every decision made on the ice can shift the momentum of the game....
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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 sometimes get dislodged. It is a scenario that fans see more often than one might expect: a net coming off its pegs. But what really happens if the net...
The Best Hockey Mascots – From Lovable to Downright Bizarre
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Every hockey player has their own pre-game ritual, but taping the stick is one of the most personal. Stick taping styles not only add character but also influence puck control, shot release, and blade durability. The way you tape your stick can say a lot about your...
Top Scoring Areas in Hockey and How to Hit Them Consistently
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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 crease, puck bouncing around, and then it takes a wild ride off a skate blade and into the net. The crowd roars, but then the referees skate over...
11 Hockey Team Nicknames with the Best Backstories – Origins Behind Creative and Odd Hockey Team Names
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