NHL Fans, Get Ready for a Game-Changing Twist: The Playoff Penalty Shot Makes a Comeback In a shocking turn of events, the National Hockey League (NHL) has witnessed a sudden resurgence of the playoff penalty shot, a tactic that was once largely relegated to the history books. The penalty shot, which allows a player to attempt a goal from a face-off position after being fouled, was a staple of playoff hockey in the 1980s and early 1990s, but its use has become increasingly rare in recent years. Now, with several high-profile instances of the penalty shot being awarded in crucial playoff games, fans and analysts alike are left wondering if this trend is here to stay. As the NHL's postseason continues to unfold, one thing is certain: the playoff penalty shot is back, and it's bringing excitement and unpredictability to the game.
A brief history of the playoff penalty shot, suddenly the NHL’s hottest new trend The New York Times
