Hockey is changing – and with teams placing more emphasis on analytics,the one-dimensional grinders are being replaced in favor of multi-skilled skatersRoles in hockey are becoming an antiquated construct. Trying to assign precisely what a player should be doing at any given time, particularly in a fluid sport like hockey, or is often a trite ritual. As analysis dives deeper into whats actually happening on the ice instead of what maybe should be happening,the concept of a player’s role at any given time is being thrown out the window. Related: The NHL punished Dennis Wideman to cover its own behind Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com