2017-18 Rule Changes

[EspenK]

I missed this somehow.

http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/new-rule-adds-pressure-nhl-coaches-asking-offside-challenge/

From now on, a failed offside challenge will result in a two-minute penalty against the club asking for the review.

I hate the rule. This should significantly reduce the challenges. Why not eliminate it altogether? Here is an interesting take:

https://thehockeywriters.com/fixing-the-nhl-four-easy-rule-changes/

Here's a summary of the rule changes:

http://www.hockeyworldblog.com/2017/09/06/2017-18-nhl-rule-changes-are-a-game-changer/

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I hate the rule. This should significantly reduce the challenges. Why not eliminate it altogether? Here is an interesting take:[/URL]

Sure, coaches are really going to use it and risk adding another goal? The NHL doesn't seem like they really think these things through.