[FireGilbert]

I am happy with the amount of scoring in the NHL today but there are still a few things I would do to increase scoring and scoring chances. Increasing the net size is not one of them however.

1. Reduce the goalie equipment: Leg pads should only be slightly bigger than normal shin pads, not tree trunks which cover the bottom 50% of the net. Gloves should be like catchers mitts with additional padding around the wrist, not a monstrosity that can literally catch a beach ball. Shoulder pads should provide protection, not add 4 inches to the torso height. I am happy with the blocker size though since shooting blocker is by far the easiest way to score in today's game.

2. Call penalties consistently and make players serve the full 2 minutes on minors.

3. Make leaving your feet to block a shot or pass a penalty. Shot blocking has to be one of the least exciting aspects of hockey with the only benefit being to show how tough hockey players are. Players would still be able to block shots standing up or drop to one knee but if they leave both feet and are hit by the puck it is an automatic 2 minutes in the box. It would also be a penalty for a dman to go spread eagle on a 2 on 1 to block the pass making these plays more exciting.