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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where do players come from?
When do the players know to switch on/off the ice?
How fast can the players skate?
What is the story behind the Stanley Cup?
How does overtime work in the NHL?
What is the 'puck in play' rule?
Why will a coach pull their goalie?
How do they make the rink?
What is the puck made of?
Who gets credit for an assist?
How fast does a puck travel?
 Where do players come from?
The NHL is the most competitive level of ice hockey that is played. There are several leagues these professional skaters played in prior to their NHL debuts. The following is a general progression of leagues from youth to professional:
MITE (ages 7-8)
SQUIRT (ages 9-10)
PEE WEE (ages 11-12)
BANTAM (ages 13-14)
MIDGET (ages 15-16)
JUVENILE (ages 17-18)
JUNIORS (any age up to 20)
These are the main classifications. Once a player completes his or her Bantam level, one common option is to then move on to the collegiate level. Many NHL players are drafted from the collegiate level. They are then placed with a franchise where they can play in the NHL or develop in a professional affiliate league.
When do the players know to switch on/off the ice?
A shift is between 30 seconds to one minute long. A player will not end their shift until the puck is in or on its way to their offensive zone.
How fast can the players skate?
On average players skate at speeds in excess of 22mph. Some can skate up to an explosive 40mph!
What is the story behind the Stanley Cup?
The Stanley Cup is the oldest trophy for which professional athletes in North America compete. It is said to be the Holy Grail of Sports. This trophy has been awarded to the National Hockey League Champion since 1926. The trophy was purchased in 1893 by Frederick Arthur, Lord Stanley of Preston at a cost of $48.67. The cup weighs 36 pounds and stands 35 inches high.
How does overtime work in the NHL?
If the score is tied at the end of the three regular 20 minute periods, each team will be awarded one point in league standings. The teams will then play an additional overtime period of not more than five minutes. The team who scores first is declared the winner and is awarded the additional league point. The losing team will receive an overtime loss (OL) instead of a loss (L).
What is the 'puck in play' rule?
At games, fans are asked by ushers to not enter the seating bowl while the game is in play. This is a done out of courtesy for those fans who are already seated and watching the game in play.
Why will a coach pull their goalie?
When a team is trailing by one or two goals late in the game (usually with a minute or less to play), the coach will pull his goalie from the net and put another offensive player on the ice in an effort to tie the game. It¿s a calculated risk, for it leaves the trailing team¿s net wide open. However, that one extra offensive player might mean the difference in the game-tying goal.
How do they make the rink?
Water is sprayed over a concrete floor that has freezing pipes imbedded in it. When the ice is built to a half inch of thickness, the markings (lines, circles, creases) are applied. Afterwards, additional water is sprayed on to coat the markings and build the ice to its proper thickness. The ice is approximately 3/4' inch thick and is usually chilled at 16 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the puck made of?
It's 6oz. of solid vulcanized rubber, three inches in diameter and one inch thick. It's frozen before entering play to make it bounce resistant.
Who gets credit for an assist?
The last two players who touch the puck prior to the goal.
How fast does a puck travel?
The average player shoots a slap shot between 85 and 95 mph, while the hardest shooters have unleashed shots over 110 mph.
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