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Originally Posted by 1qqaaz
The fact that Slavin only has 2 PIMS while being the best defensive defenseman in the league is extremely impressive.
Add the fact that he's also generally very polite, friendly, good in the community, etc., I think it's his award to lose.
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Originally Posted by GioforPM
According to the commentary tonight that one penalty was for puck over the glass. No fouls against another player.
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I feel like this is pretty strong evidence that playing a defensively effective, clean game is possible and therefore the league doesn't need selective enforcement of penalties. Players would adapt, and defensive play would survive.