If sweden doesnt figure out that imbalance somehow, they're going to be in trouble. It's going to be quite easy for teams to just power down the left wing against RWs and defensemen on their backhand.
It still blows my mind that this is such a big issue for god damn professional hockey players.
I know its a massive stretch to compare me to an NHL player, but I'm talking about the concept here lol.
I was a righty that liked to play the left point, even though I would play either. Each has its own advantages, but one wasn't really better than the other. I know people obviously prefer a side, but if you have someone on their lesser side that is such a detriment that the other team specifically rushes you, you have bigger problems than that.
On your off side, your stick is facing the center of the ice. Offensively, this makes it easier to walk the line with the puck, make a d2d pass, and protect a puck that is shot up the boards with your body.
Defensively, you can really direct a forward where you want him with your stick. If you mind your gap, are good with your stick, and can throw a hip check if needed, rushing wide isnt an issue. It also allows you to hit players that cut to the middle easily, and you have your open hand to push them with.
Maybe its because people are stubborn and never take the time to learn the subtle differences when they are younger...idk?