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Enforcer is a role in ice hockey. The term is sometimes used synonymously with "fighter", "tough guy", or "goon". An enforcer's job is to deter and respond to dirty or violent play by the opposition. When such play occurs, the enforcer is expected to respond aggressively, by fighting or checking the offender. Enforcers are expected to react ...
This is a list of nicknames in the sport of ice hockey. Most are related to professional ice hockey such as the National Hockey League. A few notable nicknames from the Canadian major junior hockey leagues, the U.S. colleges, and national teams are excluded.
Schultz was known as a point producer in junior hockey, but became an "enforcer" in his first year of pro hockey with the Richmond Robins of the AHL, prior to joining the Philadelphia Flyers, where he would become famous. Schultz earned the nickname "the Hammer" for his aggressive style of hockey.
Also trapper or catching glove. The webbed glove that the goaltender wears on the hand opposite the hand that holds the stick. centre Also center. A forward position whose primary zone of play is the middle of the ice. change on the fly Substituting a player from the bench during live play, i.e. not during a stoppage prior to a faceoff. charging The act of taking more than three strides or ...
Printable version; In other projects Wikidata item; ... This list of National Hockey League (NHL) players is divided into the following lists: By name. A • B • C ...
Andrew Peters (born May 5, 1980) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey left winger. Peters played in the National Hockey League for the Buffalo Sabres , and the New Jersey Devils . Throughout his playing career, Peters was best known for his role as an enforcer.
Jonathon Gary Frank Mirasty (born June 4, 1982) is a Cree Canadian former professional ice hockey player who has played in multiple leagues including the KHL, AHL, and ECHL. [1] Nicknamed "Nasty" by both teammates and fans, Mirasty developed a cult following throughout his career due to his Mohawk hairstyle and his laughing during his fights. [2]
Martin James McSorley (born May 18, 1963) is a Canadian former professional hockey player, who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1983 to 2000. A versatile player, he could play both the forward and defense positions.