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Originally Posted by N-E-B
They're uncomfortable. When I was done with minor hockey the first thing I did was break that thing off my helmet and throw it in the garbage.
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I did the same thing, except use a visor. But this isn't beer league where people tend to keep shots and sticks down, the NHL is a whole different level of intensity and speed. Is comfort really a huge issue when you're talking about serious, life altering injuries, that happen relatively frequently? I'm surprised the owners haven't made more of a fuss about making it mandatory, considering the amount of money they invest in these people. Any other hazardous workplace has strict safety guidelines, so what makes a sport any different?
Maybe putting yourself at physical risk is just a part of any contact sport? Part of the rush of playing it?