The NHL-leading Florida Panthers (9-0-1) are one of the best examples of a team going all-in on possession hockey.
This side of the Colorado Avalanche, FLA is the most aggressive team in the league at activating its Ds, stretching the ice in transition and using high OZ movement to create chances.
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However, the Washington Capitals (5-1-4) show another way to win games in 2021.
On November 4, 2021, WSH use an old-school low OZ cycle and clever counter-attacking to overcome a late 4-1 deficit before finally falling in overtime.
Below is a video workshop on how an under-manned WSH team prey on FLA’s aggression and almost steal a win from the NHL’s hottest team, and how FLA secured two points with solid OT tactics.
Workshop 40 Recording
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