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Originally Posted by Macindoc
If that's the case, the changes may be taking things a bit too far. A change in equipment should never lead to an increase in injuries. They may need to find some middle ground that still provides the best possible protection.
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Yeah, I guess it depends on how you look at it. You'll have the 'boo hoo' types who expect a Terry Sawchuk level of pain tolerance despite having never having to try taking a heavy shot regularly... you'll have others (other goalies, usually) who want to be covered like Robocop and will have a hissy fit on any proposed change.
Like you said, I think it's going to take experimentation and let the pendulum swing a few times. I still think reducing the size of their pants further would likely give the biggest increase in goals scored without injury.