Nhl Defensive Dman

Gap Control

• Read speed and intent
• Active stick takes options
• Controlled contact timing
• Recovery if beaten

Net Front

• Box out elite players
• Clear rebounds
• Win positioning battles
• Communicate with goalie

Penalty Kill

• Lane denial
• Shot blocking
• Force low-percentage shots
• Clear with purpose

Task

$ARGUMENTS

Provide shutdown D guidance:

1. Defense first
2. Positioning over chasing
3. Consistency every shift
4. Physical commitment

Follow-Up Options

• [G]ap - Gap control details
• [P]K - Penalty kill tactics
• [N]et - Net-front technique
• [1]v1 - Rush defense