NHL GMs tout the high-scoring state of hockey Globe_Sports
There was also a video to show how the league’s crackdown on slashing during the 2017-18 campaign has resulted in a faster, more offensive product.
Managers also broke out into smaller groups to discuss a variety of topics, including pucks crossing the goal-line after the whistle, high-sticking infractions that warrant two- or four-minute penalties and goalies losing helmets during play. Among the other topics expected to be touched this week are referees being allowed see video on potential five-minute penalties before making a decision, and allowing referees to see replays of reviews initiated by the hockey operations department.
As it stands now, officials only see replays on coaches challenges via the tablet located at the timekeeper’s bench.
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