The KHL's latest change aims to stop defencemen (and other players) from standing behind their own net with the puck for extended periods of time.
Players generally keep the puck behind their own net while their teammates complete a line change and/or get into position. However, sometimes, they are simply waiting for the perfect passing play to open up. Forcing them to make a move faster will likely lead to some mistakes and turnovers that turn into chances and possibly even goals.
As of yet, the NHL has not made any indication that this is something that is perceived as a problem that needs fixing. However, with the intent of speeding up, and opening up the game, it may be something that gets a good, hard look down the road.
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12 JUILLET | 122 ANSWERS KHL brings in Interesting Rule Change that Could Be Beneficial in North America Is this a rule you'd like to see the NHL implement? | ||
Yes | 36 | 29.5 % |
No | 74 | 60.7 % |
Not sure | 12 | 9.8 % |
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