I like the strategy discussion, too. Here's how I see it:
Never pass the puck with the goalie unless it's clear it won't get picked off. NEVER!
Defensively: I think this is really simple, do it like in the pros. One Dman stays in front of the net while the other D chases the puck carriers. The forwards then stay on their sides (LW left side of the defensive zone, Centre in the middle, etc) and move between high and low parts of the zone.
Offense, less stick handling at the blue line. Dump it on or drive into the zone.
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