Hockey 101 – Types Of Penalties
By Bill Brister | December 9, 2009
Today I am going to give you all a brief rundown of the types of penalties that can be called on the ice. You will see the bolded penalty and a quick description (in as simple english as I could get). So – if you ever wondered why a call was made or what that player is off the ice … read along!
Minor Penalty (2 minutes)
Any player, other than the goalie, will have to be off the ice for 2 minutes without a substitute player in their spot.
A “short-handed” situation happens when one team does not have the same amount of players as the other team on the ice. The team with the least amount of players is “short handed.”
If the team with more players scores during the 2 minute penalty … the penalty is over and the player is allowed to return to the ice. The “short handed” situation is over.
Bench Minor Penalty (2 minutes)
Same as a Minor Penalty – however, instead of the penalty being for a specific player. It is usually called for a specific reason and any player can serve the penalty in the penalty box.
Double Minor Penalties (4 minutes)
Any player, other than the goalie, will have to be off the ice for 4 minutes without a substitute player in their spot. The offending team is serving two, two minute penalties consecutively.
If the other team scores during the double minor, one of the penalties is canceled, however, the other 2 minute penalty will still need to be satisfied.
Coincidental Penalties (various times)
This happens when a player on each team receives a penalty resulting from one incident. The two teams playing will then play 4 on 4 (4 players on the ice from each team). Since neither team is short handed, if a goal is scored the penalty is not ended. The players serving these penalties will also need to remain in the penalty box until the next stoppage of play after their penalty has been satisfied.
In this video you can see how there were many many many coincidental penalties called … mostly fighting and game misconduct, none the less, this is a good example of how coincidental penalties are ruled.
Major Penalty (5 minutes)
This is a more severe penalty and needs more severe circumstances to be awarded. However, when a Major penalty is handed out – the offending player will be ruled off the ice for five minutes. The player will remain in the penalty box for the full 5 minutes, even if a goal is scored.
When one player receives a Major and Minor penalty at the same time, the major penalty will be served first.
Misconduct Penalty (10 minutes)
Any player receiving a misconduct penalty will be ruled off the ice for 10 minutes. The coach is able to replace that player with another player immediately. This does not result in a short handed situation. The player receiving the Misconduct penalty will remain in the penalty box until the first stoppage in play after the penalty has been satisfied.
Once we reach this level of penalties – the NHL introduces fines associated with each penalty. According to the rules, any player receiving a misconduct penalty will also be fined one hundred dollars($100). All fines are paid to the NHL Players Relief Fund.
Game Misconduct Penalty (Remainder of the game)
Any player receiving a Game Misconduct will immediately be removed from the ice and not allowed to play the rest of the game. A substitute player will be allowed to replace the player at the same time.
The player will be fined $200 and the incident will be reviewed by the commissioner who will have the authority to levy further fines or suspensions.
For instance – Daniel Carcillio was given a cross checking penalty (2 min), instigating penalty (2 min), fighting penalty (5 min) and a Game Misconduct penalty in this video – after review, the league suspended him 4 games for his actions.
Match Penalty (Remainder of the game)
Just like Game Misconduct, a Match Penalty is ruled and the offending player must leave the ice immediately and report to the dressing room for the duration of the game. A match penalty is ruled when a player deliberately attempts to injur or deliberately injurs an opponent during play.
Penalty Shot (One on One shot on goal)
A penalty shot is awarded when a scoring opportunity is lost due to a foul committed by the defending team. If a player is carrying the puck into the offensive zone and there are no defensive players between him and the goalie – if a defending player causes the puck carrier to lose a shot because of a penalty (minor or major) – the player carrying the puck will get a penalty shot.
NHL Rules state:
There are four (4) specific conditions that must be met in order for the Referee to award a penalty shot for a player being fouled from behind. They are:
(i) The infraction must have taken place in the neutral zone or attacking zone, (i.e. over the puck carrier’s own blue line);
(ii) The infraction must have been committed from behind;
(iii) The player in possession and control (or, in the judgment of the Referee, clearly would have obtained possession and control of the puck) must have been denied a reasonable chance to score (the fact that he got a shot off does not automatically eliminate this play from the penalty shot consideration criteria. If the foul was from behind and he was denied a “more” reasonable scoring opportunity due to the foul, then the penalty shot should be awarded);
(iv) The player in possession and control (or, in the judgment of the Referee, clearly would have obtained possession and control of the puck) must have had no opposing player between himself and the goalkeeper.
Gross Misconduct Penalty
This rule is exactly like the Game Misconduct penalty – however, this rule covers players, coaches, trainers and managers. Anyone receiving this penalty will be suspended for the duration of the game and fined $200. The case will also be referred to the NHL commissioner for further action.
Anything I miss … please, feel free to add your comments below.
Any player, other than the goalie, will have to be off the ice for 2 minutes without a
substitute player in their spot.
A “short-handed” situation happens when one team does not have the same amount of players
as the other team on the ice. The team with the least amount of players is “short
handed.”
If the team with more players scores during the 2 minute penalty … the penalty is over
and the player is allowed to return to the ice. The “short handed” situation is over.
Bench Minor Penalty (2 minute penalty)
Same as a Minor Penalty – however, instead of the penalty being for a specific player. It
is usually called for a specific reason and any player can serve the penalty in the
penalty box.
Double Minor Penalties (4 minute penalty)
Any player, other than the goalie, will have to be off the ice for 4 minutes without a
substitute player in their spot. The offending team is serving two, two minute penalties
consecutively.
If the other team scores during the double minor, one of the penalties is canceled,
however, the other 2 minute penalty will still need to be satisfied.
Coincidental Penalties (various times)
This happens when a player on each team receives a penalty resulting from one incident.
The two teams playing will then play 4 on 4 (4 players on the ice from each team). Since
neither team is short handed, if a goal is scored the penalty is not ended. The players
serving these penalties will also need to remain in the penalty box until the next
stoppage of play after their penalty has been satisfied.
In this video you can see how there were many many many coincidental penalties called …
mostly fighting and game misconduct, none the less, this is a good example of how
coincidental penalties are ruled.
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Major Penalty (5 minutes)
This is a more severe penalty and needs more severe circumstances to be awarded. However,
when a Major penalty is handed out – the offending player will be ruled off the ice for
five minutes. The player will remain in the penalty box for the full 5 minutes, even if a
goal is scored.
When one player receives a Major and Minor penalty at the same time, the major penalty
will be served first.
Misconduct Penalty (10 minutes)
Any player receiving a misconduct penalty will be ruled off the ice for 10 minutes. The
coach is able to replace that player with another player immediately. This does not
result in a short handed situation. The player receiving the Misconduct penalty will
remain in the penalty box until the first stoppage in play after the penalty has been
satisfied.
Once we reach this level of penalties – the NHL introduces fines associated with each
penalty. According to the rules, any player receiving a misconduct penalty will also be
fined one hundred dollars($100). All fines are paid to the NHL Players Relief Fund.
Game Misconduct Penalty (Remainder of the game)
Any player receiving a Game Misconduct will immediately be removed from the ice and not
allowed to play the rest of the game. A substitute player will be allowed to replace the
player at the same time.
The player will be fined $200 and the incident will be reviewed by the commissioner who
will have the authority to levy further fines or suspensions.
For instance – Daniel Carcillio was given a cross checking penalty (2 min), instigating
penalty (2 min), fighting penalty (5 min) and a Game Misconduct penalty in this video -
after review, the league suspended him 4 games for his actions.
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Match Penalty (Remainder of the game)
Just like Game Misconduct, a Match Penalty is ruled and the offending player must leave
the ice immediatetly and report to the dressing room for the duration of the game. A
match penalty is ruled when a player deliberately attempts to injur or deliberately injurs
an opponent during play.
Penalty Shot (One on One shot on goal)
A penalty shot is awarded when a scoring opportunity is lost due to a foul committed by
the defending team. If a player is carrying the puck into the offensive zone and there
are no defensive players between him and the goalie – if a defending player causes the
puch carrier to lose a shot because of a penalty (minor or major) – the player carrying
the puck will get a penalty shot.
NHL Rules state:
There are four (4) specific conditions that must be met in order for the Referee to award
a penalty shot for a player being fouled from behind. They are:
(i) The infraction must have taken place in the neutral zone or attacking zone, (i.e.
over the puck carrier’s own blue line);
(ii) The infraction must have been committed from behind;
(iii) The player in possession and control (or, in the judgment of the Referee, clearly
would have obtained possession and control of the puck) must have been denied a reasonable
chance to score (the fact that he got a shot off does not automatically eliminate this
play from the penalty shot consideration criteria. If the foul was from behind and he was
denied a “more” reasonable scoring opportunity due to the foul, then the penalty shot
should be awarded);
(iv) The player in possession and control (or, in the judgment of the Referee, clearly
would have obtained possession and control of the puck) must have had no opposing player
between himself and the goalkeeper.
Gross Misconduct Penalty
This rule is exactly like the Game Misconduct penalty – however, this rule covers players,
coaches, trainers and managers. Anyone receiving this penalty will be suspended for the
duration of the game and fined $200. The case will also be referred to the NHL
commissioner for further action.
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Hockey 101 – Roughing (Rule 51)
By Bill Brister | November 20, 2009
Defined:
Roughing is a punching motion with the hand or fist, with or without the glove on the hand, normally directed at the head or face of an opponent. Roughing is a minor altercation that is not worthy of a major penalty to either participant. (An altercation is a situation involving two players, including goalkeepers, with at least one to be penalized).
Basically the roughing call is the “catch all” call for the NHL. If the ref can not make out what has happened in an altercation – He’ll call roughing. Mostly it will be when you see players get in a skirmish, but not really a “fight” … however, you will see roughing called when there is a “punching motion.”
*note – an actual punch can result in a Fighting call even if the player punching misses the opponent.
Roughing is another one of those fun “interpretation” calls. In a game that encourages physical contact, this is a call that allows the refs to keep the game in control. Ref’s use this call to set the boundaries in the level of hitting and physicality. Once a Roughing call is made – the players on the ice take note of what happened and why and they use that as what the refs will call an “acceptable” level of physical play.
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My New Weapon Just Arrived
By Bill Brister | November 12, 2009
The last time I donned the skates and dressed for battle I had a worn out stick. It is showing signs of fatigue with a crack up the blade and bumps and scrapes. I believe it is time to give the ol’ girl a nice retirement and let her hang out on the bench as a solid back up! As soon as I get on the ice and give this new RBK 4K Acuflex stick a run around the rink … I’ll post a review!
Now … all I need to do is make my wrist heal quicker!
Something Came In The Mail Today!
I am hoping that it just might be ...
MY NEW RBK 4K Acuflex STICK!!!
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Hockey 101 – Charging (Rule 43)
By Bill Brister | November 8, 2009
Charging in the NHL is a very vague rule that gives the on ice official a lot of latitude in their interpretation. It is even stated that the on ice official must make the call “at his discretion … based on the degree of violence of the check, to a player or goalkeeper guilty of charging an opponent.” Charging and checking are similar in the way they are viewed – Its more the outcome of the event / intent by the player that I find to be taken into consideration. Charging is in the rule book and mainly discussed when the topic of “Head Injuries” is on the table. NHL owners and General Managers have discussed the severity of Head Shots for quite a few years, last year they were discussing this topic at their yearly meeting in Naples, Florida – in an attempt to design rules and regulations around the hits to the head and creating guidelines for suspensions and fines.
I am sure most of us remember the devastating hit Brandon Sutter took from Doug Weight (and recently the hit Richards hit on David Booth) … Here is an example of a horrendous hit to the head :
So … to get back to the topic of “Charging” … Here are a couple examples, watch how the players doing the hitting are adding a bit more emphasis on the hit, to give it a “degree of violence.”
Steve Downie charges Dean McAmmond
Steve Ott charges Gregory Campbell
NHL Rule book states:
A minor or major penalty shall be imposed on a player or goalkeeper who skates or jumps into, or charges an opponent in any manner. Charging shall mean the actions of a player or goalkeeper who, as a result of distance traveled, shall violently check an opponent in any manner. A “charge” may be the result of a check into the boards, into the goal frame or in open ice.
Note: A goalkeeper is NOT “fair game” just because he is outside the goal crease area. The appropriate penalty should be assessed in every case where an opposing player makes unnecessary contact with a goalkeeper. However, incidental contact, at the discretion of the Referee, will be permitted when the goalkeeper is in the act of playing the puck outside his goal crease provided the attacking player has made a reasonable effort to avoid such contact.
Hopefully the league and owners and GM’s will be able to come up with some type of guideline that will help the officials with these type of calls … however, when you are dealing with the “interpretation” of a rule, its hard to put something in writing. I believe, what is needed to reduce these types of incidents, is a higher level of accountability between players. I am not talking about goons mixing it up on the ice … but players being accountable to themselves and their team mates by playing a respectable game is the first step! Then … if that does not work … the league should fine the player, Coach, GM and Owner – I think that will wake them up!
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Hockey 101 – Boarding (Rule 42)
By Bill Brister | November 8, 2009
Boarding is a very serious penalty and can sometimes be missed or misscalled by an official. “Boarding” is the action of any player who checks an opponent in such a manner that causes the opponent to be thrown violently in the boards. Now, if you have watched 5 minutes of hockey ever in your life, you are probably saying right now “But wait – they are ALWAYS crashing each other into the boards!” Well – here are two videos you can watch that should show the difference between a good hard check into the boards and an illegal hit known as Boarding.
Darcy Tucker gets boarded by Jordin Tootoo
Milan Lucic checks Mike Van Ryn through the glass
The NHL Rulebook definition is:
A boarding penalty shall be imposed on any player or goalkeeper who checks an opponent in such a manner that causes the opponent to be thrown violently in the boards. The severity of the penalty, based upon the degree of violence of the impact with the boards, shall be at the discretion of the Referee.
There is an enormous amount of judgment involved in the application of this rule by the Referees. The onus is on the player (or goalkeeper) applying the check to ensure his opponent is not in a vulnerable position and if so, he must avoid the contact. However, there is also a responsibility on the player with the puck to avoid placing himself in a dangerous and vulnerable position. This balance must be considered by the Referees when applying this rule.
This is another one of those “soft” rules that rely on the position and judgement of the officials. My general rule of thumb for this penalty is if one player is hit on the numbers (from behind) and thrown into the boards (which would mean he was at least a foot or two away from the boards) violently … then Boarding should be called.
The penalty for this could be a minor (2 minutes) or major (5 minutes) … a Match Penalty can also be handed down if the officials belive the action was a deliberate attempt to harm the one being hit.
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I Am A Winner – Just Ask Saucerpass.com
By Bill Brister | November 6, 2009
Many months ago my buddy at Saucerpass.com – Brian Schrembs threw out a contest … short version was “Guess where the Free Agents are going!” Brian listed how the scoring would go and I downloaded the list and began wracking my brain for a few days … reading and researching … pondering silently … trying to think “WWDWD” (What Would Doug Wilson Do)? For the record … I NEVER wanted Heatley in San Jose – but that is another post for another day!
I made my selections and emailed Schrembs the list … thinking it was fun and moving on with my life I received notice a few weeks ago that I WON! After I picked myself up off the floor, I dusted off my shirt, thanked Schrembs (and the League) for my winnings and patiently awaited the arrival of my winnings!
TA DA … today, I signed for a box that was addressed to Bill Bristerzorz and it was sent to me from Brian Schremzorz!!! IT WAS TRUE … I am a winner!
Here are the pictures to prove it … I would like to thank Brian Schrembs and everyone who LOST for this win … I would like to thank the NHL for being such a Kick Ass league providing us fans with a Kick Ass sport … and above all … I would like to thank ME … for being so Bad Ass, I picked where everyone was going!!! *smile*
Enjoy the pictures … I know I’ll be enjoying the jersey!
Opening the box - it was like Christmas in November!
Schrembs even included a hand written note - <3 Schrembszorz
He packed it with care ... and eco friendly plastic bags!
... and even more eco friendly bags - Happy Earf Day!
I even got MORE than I expected - Yay Me!
If you listen really close ... you can hear angels singing (and me laughing 'cause I WON)!!!
The man ... holding Lemieux's jersey ... ok, I think I am going a little overboard here!
Good To Go!!!
Thank You Schrembs ... THANK YOU!!!
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Rangers to host the Sharks
By Bill Brister | October 19, 2009
The Rangers are looking to continue this 7 game win streak with the visiting Sharks tonight at MSG. Granted the Sharks have a 17-3-1 all time record against the Rangers, San Jose will need to bring it to the Garden! Players to watch include Thornton and Marleau (yes, surprised me too) on the Sharks and Gaborik and Prospal on the Rangers. After Heatley’s explosion onto the Sharks bench he has gone pointless the past 3 games. Not for nothing, Dany still sits with 5 goals and 5 assists in 8 games.
Back in the Rangers locker room, Michael Del Zotto is the second youngest D-Man in the Rangers history and the youngest ever to play on opening night. Michael has impressed everyone with his skill and passion – born in 1990, this kid has 3 goals and 5 assists in his first 8 games. I am looking forward to watching him mature into a power house blueliner.
Marian Gaborik, the Ranger’s biggest offseason addition, has now recorded at least one point in all eight games this season. Gaborik tied Dave Creighton for the longest point streak by a new Ranger to begin his first season with the club. Creighton also notched a point in his first eight games to start the 1955-56 campaign. Not a bad way to start out in with Torts on the bench.
Suggested Pairing : Brooklyn East India Pale Ale … for the smooth yet strong flavor of an IPA without the major hoppy bite!
Brooklyn East India Pale Ale
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A New Attitude – Hockey Pairings!
By Bill Brister | October 12, 2009
In launching IceJunkies.com I was thinking to myself over the weekend – What does the NHL need? Well … the NHL needs its very own sommelier! If you are not aware what a sommelier does … they are the ones who suggest which wine would go well with a certain meal you are about to enjoy. I have been watching hockey for many years now … and one thing that I feel the NHL is in need of … is someone to help guide its fans as to which refreshing beverage would help make the game they are about to watch … just that much more enjoyable. So, walk with me as I take 4 games happening today and break them down with what I feel would be a nice drink of choice to enhance the wonderful world of Hockey!
Calgary @ Chicago
Good rivalry, both teams faced each other in the playoffs last year. Chicago bumped Calgary in the first round and both teams seem to be on the rise. Calgary taxis into the Windy City riding an extremely hot start. The Flames are firing on all cylinders as just about everyone seems to be getting in on the scoring action. That potent scoring triad of Eric Nystrom, Adam Pardy and Staffan Kronwall are just a few of the names that have allowed Calgary to jump out to a 4-1 start this season. On the flip side of the coin, despite half their roster going through the tail end of puberty, the Chicago Blackhawks are off to a so-so start going 2-1-1 through their first 4. Both netminders for Chicago (Huet and Kippers) have shown that they are susceptible to scoring early on here this season, so make sure you grab a sandwich before this one to soak up the booze a bit; it could be a long night.
Suggested Pairing : A nice Beaujolais which tends to be a very light-bodied red wine, in celebration of the youthfulness on the Blackhawks roster
Phoenix @ San Jose
Tippett has picked up the dysfunctional Yotes and has somehow lit a fire in the desert. Phoenix started the year off hard and determined going 3-0 … and with Nabby struggling in the first few match ups … is it possible for Phoenix to best the #1 team in the NHL from last year (regular season of course)? San Jose is riding a 2 game win streak while Phoenix is trying not to drop 3 in a row tonight … Ilya Bryzgalov has stopped 47 of the last 48 shots protecting the Phoenix net, however, with newly acquired Dany Heatley and Big Joe Thornton in San Jose, each having 10 points so far this season … Ilya better pack a lunch – Ring the bell foolz … School is in Session!
Suggested Pairing : Any IPA for its full body strong bite … might I suggest a Lagunitas or Dogfish 60 Minute.
Florida @ Tampa
With Florida @ 1-3-0 and Tampa @ 1-1-2 … both teams need a win, and unfortunately Tampa has not had back to back wins since December 12 and 14, 2008. With the addition of Alex Tanguay, Victor Hedman and a few others the Bolts look to extend the losing streak in South Florida to four games. October in Florida … 90+ degree weather begs for shorts and flip flops … David Booth and Steven Rienprecht on the Panthers will look to add to the Lightning Loss column seeing how Mike Smith is out of the crease for Tampa … it is going to be up to Nittymaki. Anywhere else in the NHL, this match up would bring the grit, grind and determination of a Game 7 playoff match … unfortunately, this game will not be like that.
Suggested Pairing : Natural Light in a red solo cup … for the watered down taste of what real hockey could be.
Colorado @ Boston
The Avs are hitting this season wide open … non-stop aggression with speed and agility from players like Duchene and Tucker are going to bring it to Bean Town hoping to ride the inconsistency train Tim Thomas is driving!!! Colorado @ 2-1-1 seems to be the sleeper team of the season so far. Four players on the Avs are sitting with 4 points – Wolski, Hejduk, Quincey and Stastny … while Boston coach Claude Julien brought the Bruins in for an impromptu Sunday practice. We shall see if Boston will show up for this Mile High Melee.
Suggested Pairing : Doggie Style Classic Pale Ale … for the delicious nectar from Flying Dog Brewery in Denver, Colorado.
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Welcome To IceJunkies
By Bill Brister | October 11, 2009
I have launched this blog in an effort to share my passion of hockey and this sport. I’ll be adding my previous posts from my old blog The Daily Deke shortly … until then, keep checking back. I will be posting my first ever Video Blog tomorrow. Stay Tuned and welcome to IceJunkies.com
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Hockey 101 – Hooking (Rule 55)
By Bill Brister | September 22, 2009
Hooking, broken down is … “Impeding the progress of another player by “hooking” them with the blade of your stick.” I could stop there – however, this is another one of those “interpretation” rules. Its up to the on ice official if a player has impeded another player by hooking them with the blade of his stick. I have had this called on me quite a few times in error (Looking at you Highfield!) In my defense, I believe there IS a difference in “impeding” and “manipulating the play” – allow me to explain!
If I were to take my stick and use it as a “hook” to either slow down the player with the puck or maneuver the player with the puck, then I would happily pat the referee on the shoulder and commend him for making a good call on the ice while I skate over to the penalty box. HOWEVER, if I am attempting to gain control of the puck and my stick “accidentally” touches the other player then why should I be punished? I am only trying to play a good and honest game of Hockey … and with that … the Persecuted Rests!
Now – back to hooking! A hooking call can also be called if a player uses the shaft of the stick above the upper hand to hold or hook the opponent. A good rule of thumb is if you take your stick off of the ice and use it as a tool to help you gain control over an opponent you will get a whistle. As with any of these “soft penalties” there is room for interpretation … is the blade of your stick pointing down or up, is the shaft between the opponents’ body and stick, you also need to be aware of the other player and his ability to project a non-penalty and make the ref think differently. Like when you are attempting to gain control of the puck and your stick “accidentally” gets caught under the opponents arm and they clamp down on your stick so you get called for hooking … yea, it has happened before – but I am not bitter!
Most of these “soft penalties” (Holding, Hooking, Interference and Tripping) are all dependent on the position of the ref, the angle of infraction and the ability of one player to sell it! The season starts on October 1 … check out a game or two and see if you can spot the penalty or the Oscar winning performance.
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