Every so often, NHL players literally seem like their game is on fire. Game in and game out they are scoring at will and accumulating…
Table Of Contents 1)How Long is Overtime in Hockey?1.1Overtime Hockey (and Shootout) in the Regular Season1.2Overtime Hockey in Playoffs2)Is the Shootout Considered Part of Overtime?3)History…
When it comes to statistics used to evaluate NHL players, the most common that come to mind are goals, assists and total points. Naturally, the…
Table Of Contents 1)What does PIM mean in Hockey?2)Types of Penalties and Length in Minutes (PIM)2.1Minor Penalties2.2Double Minor Penalties2.3Major Penalties2.4Misconducts and Match Penalties2.5Penalty Shots3)History of…
While hockey players are primarily monitored for their ability to score (goals and assists), goaltenders are judged for their own set of criteria during the…
The NHL introduced the intermission to resurface the ice in between periods and allow for players to rest. As the NHL grew in popularity on TV,…
Every so often, you find yourself watching an NHL game where the ice seems tilted in favor of a particular team.Usually, it’s your own team on the receiving…
Table Of Contents 1)What is a Hat Trick in Hockey?2)Why is it Called a Hat Trick?3)Hat Trick Origins4)Hat Trick Variations4.1Natural Hat Trick4.2Gordie Howe Hat Trick5)Change…
Table Of Contents 1)What is a Power Play in Hockey?1.1Minor Penalty1.2Major Penalty2)Power Play Scenarios in Hockey2.1What happens to teams with 3 or more penalties?3)Power Play…
Hockey rinks are all made up of 3 distinct zones: defensive, neutral and offensive zones. In both the defensive and neutral zones, players are able to…