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Kyle MacLennan

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Head Coach & General Manager - Weeks U18 Majors | Head Coach Team Nova Scotia 2027 Canada Winter Games

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Been inspired to dig deeper into puck play on the yellow and puck-protection skills after watching Jeff Ulmer’ presentation on The Coaches Site — highly recommend it. Came across a great clip that encompasses a lot of the key principles discussed: • Scanning & spatial awareness • Collecting rims on the protect side (first touch) • Accepting pressure & initiating contact • Getting off the wall • Off-puck movement to create a shot threat • Eyes to the inside — find the honey-hole shooter

Been inspired to dig deeper into puck play on the yellow and puck-protection skills after watching Jeff Ulmer’ presentation on The Coaches Site — highly recommend it. Came across a great clip that encompasses a lot of the key principles discussed: • Scanning & spatial awareness • Collecting rims on the protect side (first touch) • Accepting pressure & initiating contact • Getting off the wall • Off-puck movement to create a shot threat • Eyes to the inside — find the honey-hole shooter

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Much has been made about MTL’s man-on-man defensive zone coverage, but it works in their favour on the game winner. Carrier stays attached to his man into the high ice and is able to disrupt Thompson’s attempt to reset the puck low in the offensive zone

Much has been made about MTL’s man-on-man defensive zone coverage, but it works in their favour on the game winner. Carrier stays attached to his man into the high ice and is able to disrupt Thompson’s attempt to reset the puck low in the offensive zone

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MTL PPG Example of CAR applying 3-up pressure off the face off, immediately opening space for the bumper/centre MTL14 vacates the bumper, slipping to the back post to create a 2v1 at the net underneath the pressure

MTL PPG Example of CAR applying 3-up pressure off the face off, immediately opening space for the bumper/centre MTL14 vacates the bumper, slipping to the back post to create a 2v1 at the net underneath the pressure

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Nice display of deception on the PP here by NSH Set up high bumper attack -> Sell shot to freeze defenders -> Slot line pass to weak side flank finish

Nice display of deception on the PP here by NSH Set up high bumper attack -> Sell shot to freeze defenders -> Slot line pass to weak side flank finish

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BUF PP Breakout Adjustment MTL made a clear effort to disrupt Dahlin on BUF’s initial PP breakout attempts. They were prepared for the drop and did a good job squeezing on him whenever he tried to manufacture an entry himself As the initial puck carrier, Dahlin’s job after the drop is to lay a subtle pick on a PK player, creating space for the drop players to work with. MTL initiated contact on Dahlin twice, which allowed them to jam BUF’s entry attempts and prevent clean possession In the 2nd, Dahlin and BUF adjusted. After the drop, Dahlin sprints through the middle of the ice, and the puck is slingshot back up ice to the stretch player, who bumps it back to Dahlin attacking the gap

BUF PP Breakout Adjustment MTL made a clear effort to disrupt Dahlin on BUF’s initial PP breakout attempts. They were prepared for the drop and did a good job squeezing on him whenever he tried to manufacture an entry himself As the initial puck carrier, Dahlin’s job after the drop is to lay a subtle pick on a PK player, creating space for the drop players to work with. MTL initiated contact on Dahlin twice, which allowed them to jam BUF’s entry attempts and prevent clean possession In the 2nd, Dahlin and BUF adjusted. After the drop, Dahlin sprints through the middle of the ice, and the puck is slingshot back up ice to the stretch player, who bumps it back to Dahlin attacking the gap

172,636 次观看 • 4 个月前

This is the set faceoff play Mike Johnson referenced in the third period. The inside winger skates under the pile and up the wall, similar to a classic over-under play. Typically, the next look would go to the high slot for the opposite winger On this attempt, Toews activates from the weak-side defence position and cuts into the slot. Finland does a good job recognizing it, as this likely would have resulted in a Grade A chance Also... a few additional examples of over-under plays with an active weak-side defenceman for reference (more down weak side flank vs cutting through slot)

This is the set faceoff play Mike Johnson referenced in the third period. The inside winger skates under the pile and up the wall, similar to a classic over-under play. Typically, the next look would go to the high slot for the opposite winger On this attempt, Toews activates from the weak-side defence position and cuts into the slot. Finland does a good job recognizing it, as this likely would have resulted in a Grade A chance Also... a few additional examples of over-under plays with an active weak-side defenceman for reference (more down weak side flank vs cutting through slot)

90,474 次观看 • 6 个月前

Outside of a goal off the forecheck, it does not get much more Carolina than this — a typical Hurricanes-style goal that ends up being the Cup winner - Slavin recovers inside, maintains gap, and uses an aggressive stick to disrupt the pass attempt through the middle - The forwards are relentless on the track, coming back hard to the puck and creating an outnumbered situation - Carolina plays fast on first touch and immediately transitions the other way - Hall maintains his speed by skating onto the puck on the stretch pass

Outside of a goal off the forecheck, it does not get much more Carolina than this — a typical Hurricanes-style goal that ends up being the Cup winner - Slavin recovers inside, maintains gap, and uses an aggressive stick to disrupt the pass attempt through the middle - The forwards are relentless on the track, coming back hard to the puck and creating an outnumbered situation - Carolina plays fast on first touch and immediately transitions the other way - Hall maintains his speed by skating onto the puck on the stretch pass

30,673 次观看 • 3 个月前

Playoff hockey means tighter checking, heavier pressure, and more detailed structure—reducing time and space all over the ice Last night highlighted several effective rim outs used to relieve defensive pressure, change the point of attack, and extend o zone possession With space so heavily contested, these rims and strong wall play overall are necessities and critical for success

Playoff hockey means tighter checking, heavier pressure, and more detailed structure—reducing time and space all over the ice Last night highlighted several effective rim outs used to relieve defensive pressure, change the point of attack, and extend o zone possession With space so heavily contested, these rims and strong wall play overall are necessities and critical for success

31,830 次观看 • 4 个月前

BUF OZP Working off the puck and exchanging space to create interior passing options and seams BUF is able to draw, manipulate, and collapse defensive coverage through that movement, creating and exploiting advantages when they appear

BUF OZP Working off the puck and exchanging space to create interior passing options and seams BUF is able to draw, manipulate, and collapse defensive coverage through that movement, creating and exploiting advantages when they appear

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Creating Time & Space With Middle (Dot) Lane Drive Three examples leading to goals from last night where puck carrier attacks middle ice/dot lane before kicking the puck out side. Driver then continues to drive THROUGH the opposition strong side D to create time and space for the puck carrier Additionally, this indecision for the WSD in regards to his read and coverage

Creating Time & Space With Middle (Dot) Lane Drive Three examples leading to goals from last night where puck carrier attacks middle ice/dot lane before kicking the puck out side. Driver then continues to drive THROUGH the opposition strong side D to create time and space for the puck carrier Additionally, this indecision for the WSD in regards to his read and coverage

24,796 次观看 • 4 个月前

High ice rotation with active D creates a three-high look in the offensive zone and an exchange of space that forces defenders to rotate, sort, and make decisions - Creates a numerical (or spatial) advantage in high ice - Draws defenders away from the slot or forces duplication, which then creates advantages in the slot/at the net front - Ability to threaten downhill into open space - Creates speed differentials against defenders who are flat footed or recovering

High ice rotation with active D creates a three-high look in the offensive zone and an exchange of space that forces defenders to rotate, sort, and make decisions - Creates a numerical (or spatial) advantage in high ice - Draws defenders away from the slot or forces duplication, which then creates advantages in the slot/at the net front - Ability to threaten downhill into open space - Creates speed differentials against defenders who are flat footed or recovering

16,522 次观看 • 2 个月前

Two near-identical, principle-based clips that led to MTL goals last night For most of the game, MTL did a great job using Carolina’s greatest strength against them: their aggression. By eating contact and providing short support, MTL was able to beat F1 pressure and then trap the next two forecheckers in the process In both clips, MTL47 works back on a retrieval against an aggressive F1, knowing his limited time and space won't allow for clean possession play. He wins the line to the puck, absorbs contact, and keeps the puck available for 2nd quick support from MTL48 The next play is made to the wall, followed by a short bump to dot-line support. That allows MTL to exit, and get through the neutral zone with speed

Two near-identical, principle-based clips that led to MTL goals last night For most of the game, MTL did a great job using Carolina’s greatest strength against them: their aggression. By eating contact and providing short support, MTL was able to beat F1 pressure and then trap the next two forecheckers in the process In both clips, MTL47 works back on a retrieval against an aggressive F1, knowing his limited time and space won't allow for clean possession play. He wins the line to the puck, absorbs contact, and keeps the puck available for 2nd quick support from MTL48 The next play is made to the wall, followed by a short bump to dot-line support. That allows MTL to exit, and get through the neutral zone with speed

19,259 次观看 • 3 个月前

Transition To Defence - Immediately recover positionally to prevent dangerous counter attacks, restore defensive structure, and regain puck possession Pressure at the puck + reload to recover defensive side (above your check & support teammate pressure)

Transition To Defence - Immediately recover positionally to prevent dangerous counter attacks, restore defensive structure, and regain puck possession Pressure at the puck + reload to recover defensive side (above your check & support teammate pressure)

10,218 次观看 • 1 个月前

Clear offensive-zone identity shift for Carolina: • Hunt pucks • Outnumber opponents on and around the puck • Extend zone time through pressure and possession • Spread the ice low/high, release to back of net • Once possession is established and the opposition starts to wear down, create motion throughout the zone, especially downhill from the high ice • Pull defenders out of the slot, creating 1v1 isolation at the net front

Clear offensive-zone identity shift for Carolina: • Hunt pucks • Outnumber opponents on and around the puck • Extend zone time through pressure and possession • Spread the ice low/high, release to back of net • Once possession is established and the opposition starts to wear down, create motion throughout the zone, especially downhill from the high ice • Pull defenders out of the slot, creating 1v1 isolation at the net front

11,680 次观看 • 3 个月前

Mark Stone won’t get credit on the scoresheet for this goal, but it is fair to say it does not happen without his work in the defensive zone beforehand Uses a skating screen and subtle pick on the COL forechecker to buy Andersson an extra half second on the retrieval Supports underneath the puck on the wall Second quick on the loose puck & makes the play to the inside under pressure to exit the zone

Mark Stone won’t get credit on the scoresheet for this goal, but it is fair to say it does not happen without his work in the defensive zone beforehand Uses a skating screen and subtle pick on the COL forechecker to buy Andersson an extra half second on the retrieval Supports underneath the puck on the wall Second quick on the loose puck & makes the play to the inside under pressure to exit the zone

10,543 次观看 • 3 个月前

Leo Carlsson ➡ Owning The Middle Two clips leading to goals where Carlsson plays goal line to goal line • Provides great defensive support in his own end • Supports underneath the puck battle through the neutral zone • Transports pucks effectively and with speed through the neutral zone • Attacks the middle of the ice • Distributes pucks off the rush

Leo Carlsson ➡ Owning The Middle Two clips leading to goals where Carlsson plays goal line to goal line • Provides great defensive support in his own end • Supports underneath the puck battle through the neutral zone • Transports pucks effectively and with speed through the neutral zone • Attacks the middle of the ice • Distributes pucks off the rush

10,478 次观看 • 4 个月前

Some great examples over the past few days highlighting strong breakout retrieval habits under pressure — and the ability to connect exits to possession entries and, ultimately, goals. Notice the scanning habits prior to puck touches, creating short support and numbers around the puck, and then moving it to speed/support through the dot line

Some great examples over the past few days highlighting strong breakout retrieval habits under pressure — and the ability to connect exits to possession entries and, ultimately, goals. Notice the scanning habits prior to puck touches, creating short support and numbers around the puck, and then moving it to speed/support through the dot line

14,566 次观看 • 7 个月前

Deception w/ your feet is incredibly valuable on puck retrievals when used appropriately - small fakes, weight shifts, & edgework can freeze forecheckers, create time/space, & manipulate pressure. Smart footwork disguises intentions & opens options for clean exits under pressure

Deception w/ your feet is incredibly valuable on puck retrievals when used appropriately - small fakes, weight shifts, & edgework can freeze forecheckers, create time/space, & manipulate pressure. Smart footwork disguises intentions & opens options for clean exits under pressure

19,155 次观看 • 1 年前

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