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Originally Posted by Jmac
If the Dman is battling with the puck, those would spread the D way too thin and, if the opposing player gets it, it's an easier one-timer as only the C is guarding the slot. Because of how EASHL makes you spread points, the C is usually the worst defensive player on the team (not to mention it's usually Skead, who cheats out of the zone. haha).
A better way to do it, IMO, is have the Dman guard the close part of the net, C guard between the circles, and far winger move down to cover the far side of the net and be ready for a pass behind the net.
Dmen are, by far, the best at deflecting and intercepting passes, so anytime we can have a Dman in front of the crease, we should.
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Amen... I think that all players on the team, and new players before being admitted to the team, should be familiar with the formations discussed.
Thanks Jmac for the pics.