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Originally Posted by CliffFletcher
Absolutely. A goal off the rush is the most exciting play in hockey. It would be sad to see it disappear.
Did you read the article? The issue was actually brought forward by the NHLPA's Mathieu Schneider. Penalizing shot blocking has also been recommended by multiple Stanley Cup and Selke winner, former coach and GM Bob Gainey.
This past season saw the third-lowest GAA average (2.52) in 59 years.
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I hadn't read the article due to how ridiculous it was. Now that I have, I see that it's not as ridiculous as you made it sound.
They are talking about banning 'certain shot-blocking techniques', not 'penalizing shot blocking' as you put it. Do you write for buzzfeed by chance? They are talking about this being 'less radical than bigger nets.' but banning shot blocking all together would be WAY more radical than larger nets.
I expect nothing to come from this. You can wish away, but shot blocking is highly respected and provides more entertainment. Shot blocking is the ultimate way to show that you're putting everything on the line to win.