rrasco 1,312 Report post Posted September 30, 2013 As stated, NHLPA approves hybrid icing for this year. I didn't think it was going to get through this year. Matt Sitkoff @msitkoffNHL 4m Bill Baly on NHL Live says NHLPA approves Hybrid Icing for regular season @NHLNetwork Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman54 91 Report post Posted September 30, 2013 Franzen for 50 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted September 30, 2013 I understand the rationale behind using hybrid icing, but it seems like it's going to be a mess this season because it comes down to the discretion of the linesmen . 1 Naps137 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,475 Report post Posted September 30, 2013 I understand the rationale behind using hybrid icing, but it seems like it's going to be a mess this season because it comes down to the discretion of the linesmen . it only really helps if the dman is getting to the puck first anyway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted September 30, 2013 It'll get some taking used to, just like anything else, but in the end, I think it'll be ok. Over time, the linesmen will get more uniform in calling it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crymson Report post Posted September 30, 2013 It's going to take a LOT of getting used to. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jersey Wing 1,521 Report post Posted September 30, 2013 So the way I understand it, if the other team ices it and the linesman is forced to blow it dead the Red Wings get a power play. Am I missing anything? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted September 30, 2013 This league is turning into a freaking joke how can the PA approve such a stupid rule? Stop ### the great game of hockey, I already feel sorry for the refs their job just became a lot tougher. seriously smaller pads, forced visors, hybrid icing what's next? no hitting because some soccer, baseball or basketball fans don't like it? Leave the damn game its rules and tradition alone! sent from a mobile device autocorrections errors are possible! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegerkin 189 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 I like it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 Exhibit "A". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 Hope this reduces injuries and makes the game better 1 Ally reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 So the way I understand it, if the other team ices it and the linesman is forced to blow it dead the Red Wings get a power play. Am I missing anything? Yep. It also works in the other direction if we ice it. You're welcome. 3 Ally, Hockeymom1960 and Jersey Wing reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,475 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 Yep. It also works in the other direction if we ice it. You're welcome. Wait, icing is a penalty now...? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 Wait, icing is a penalty now...? No, I was teasing. The faceoff goes to the other end just like before. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,475 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 No, I was teasing. The faceoff goes to the other end just like before. Good cause if it was the refs discretion for that dog penalty it would not work in our favour Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nosyt612 103 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 To me this is a no brainer, the players now have a chance to brace for impact instead of racing full speed into the boards and trying to out fence the other guys stick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
derblaueClaus 1,668 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 Exhibit "A". Nothing to add. I like the new rule. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,475 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 I like the rule, it keeps the players somewhat safer from injury. I don't understand some people hating this. I agree the nhl has made some ridiculous rules, but this is not one of them, they won't magically remove hitting from hockey because of this rule. This doesn't slow the game down in any way, in fact it's probably good if your fighting for a goal in the dying seconds, an extra second on the clock could be the difference between overtime and losing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FifeHockeyNut 57 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 The only issue I have is shouldn't have been announced prior to preseason so they could have players could have gotten used to the change, I've only seen highlights of the games so if this was done then please ignore. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 As is so often the case, the new rule will not be the problem. The problem will be having competent on-ice officials making the call correctly. 3 StormJH1, 55fan and MidMichSteve reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 308 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 I would like to know why the league can change this rule or the "don't take your helmet off" rule on the fly, but they cannot change the jersey tuck rule? BTW I love Hybrid icing, saw it last year in college hockey, much safer approach, yet you still have a "race to the puck" so to speak! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
derblaueClaus 1,668 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 (edited) The only issue I have is shouldn't have been announced prior to preseason so they could have players could have gotten used to the change, I've only seen highlights of the games so if this was done then please ignore. They did use the rule in the preseason, so no problem there. Officials are more of a concern but admittedly that was also the case with the old rule. In fact I see no valid point why this rule shouldn't be introduced. It makes the game safer while maintaining its style. Whish it would be so easy with the hitting-rules. Edited October 1, 2013 by derblaueClaus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rrasco 1,312 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 The only issue I have is shouldn't have been announced prior to preseason so they could have players could have gotten used to the change, I've only seen highlights of the games so if this was done then please ignore. They tested it during preseason and the NHLPA voted whether to enact it for the regular season. NHLPA voted to approve it, that's what this thread is about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StormJH1 231 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 As is so often the case, the new rule will not be the problem. The problem will be having competent on-ice officials making the call correctly. Yes, and not only that, any time the offensive player is trailing a race and playing at home, there's going to be a rain of boos from home crowds (well, if they even learn the rule) when the play blows dead. What if it's like Mason Raymond trailing the play and Doug Murray is the defender with position? How far away does Raymond have to be before you can be SURE that he wouldn't catch up and pass Murray? I don't think there will be many ACTUAL problems or controversies caused by this type of rule. Probably not even as bad as the stupid 2-minute minor for shooting the puck out of play with no pressure whatsoever on you. But why does the league allow discretion on some things (hybrid icing, intent to blow, etc.), but not on a play where the puck hops up on edge and you're required to call a delay of game because of black letter law? International/college icing is far safer than even hybrid icing and does nothing to harm the game. It's also leaves virtually no room for interpretive error. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kugz 12 Report post Posted October 1, 2013 I am trying to understand how exactly this works If the race is close and the offensive team may beat the other player to the puck the play stays alive (correct?) As far as I see it, this is the scenario where the injuries would happen most, not when the defending team is easily getting to the puck first... I say either keep it touch icing or go straight to no touch icing... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
