I think the game is great in almost every regard. They didn't need to significantly change from 08, they just needed to tweak some things, and they did a great job of that.
I find the pacing really good, a great blend of offensive and defensive plays, its pretty balanced and a great game to play against other people.
Be A Pro and EASHL are awesome, I didn't expect to like it but I find it really fun.
No game is ever perfect, but this game is better than the last, has some innovative features, and will be fun until NHL 2010 comes out..that's all I can ask.
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A few weeks after crashing head-first into the boards (denting his helmet and being unable to move for a little while) following a hit from behind by Bob Errey, the Calgary Flames player explains:
"I was like Christ, lying on my back, with my arms outstretched, crucified"
-- Frank Musil - Early January 1994
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