NHL--New Rules vs. Old Rules

Which is better for the game? for the fans?

Will shoot-outs lose their excitment if they are too common?

Can a shoot-out compare to the fourth sudden-death overtime?

Why limit the goalies range to behind the net, I say we make him fair game if he leaves the crease.

Perhaps not everyone is familiar with the new rules.

Here's a comprehensive, official link.

http://www.nhl.com/nhlhq/cba/rules_changes072205.html

Originally posted by kingdanwa
Which is better for the game? for the fans?

Will shoot-outs lose their excitment if they are too common?

Can a shoot-out compare to the fourth sudden-death overtime?

Why limit the goalies range to behind the net, I say we make him fair game if he leaves the crease.

I don't for the shoot out rule. I prefer the old rules because if the game was tied after regulation play you got to see more Hockey. More bang for the buck.

Originally posted by slimjim
I don't for the shoot out rule. I prefer the old rules because if the game was tied after regulation play you got to see more Hockey. More bang for the buck.

Originally posted by darvlay
You still will. It's after the first overtime that you will see a shootout. So, indeed, more bang for your buck. But a sh1te way to lose a game.

Originally posted by kingdanwa
But isn't the initial overtime very brief?

I agree that losing in a shootout stinks but there were far too many ties. I'll reserve judgement until I see how the new system works out.

It doesn't matter. The Stars are going to bring back the Cup where it belongs.😀

Originally posted by slimjim
The Stars are going to bring back the Cup where it belongs.

Originally posted by eagles54
With Mikey Mo in Pho, no.

I'm exited about the rule that says your team can't make a line-change after you ice the puck. Hopefully this will limit the icings.

Overall, the new rules should make the game more exciting BUT they must enforce the obstruction penalties (finally!) which will allow the best players to play at their best.

Originally posted by eagles54
Overall, the new rules should make the game more exciting BUT they must enforce the obstruction penalties (finally!) which will allow the best players to play at their best.