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Werenski's OZ Funnel

Werenski's OZ Funnel

A simple movement pattern for modern defensemen

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Jack Han
Nov 01, 2020
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A while back Coach Greg Revak and Coach Dan Dukart of Hockey’s Arsenal detailed how Zach Werenski scores goals as a D by attacking the interior of the offensive zone.

The Columbus Blue Jackets’ star might be the most creative and audacious defenseman in the NHL at moving off the puck in search of scoring opportunities.

But his unusual OZ movement pattern…

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