In a season marked by high-scoring games and thrilling comebacks, the NHL's top teams are now shifting their focus to the defensive end. This week's Friday Forecheck analysis highlights the strategies and tactics being employed by coaches to seal the defensive seams and limit opponents' scoring opportunities. From the use of smaller, more mobile defensemen to the implementation of complex zone schemes, teams are getting creative in their efforts to shut down the opposition. As the playoff push heats up, will these defensive tweaks pay off and propel their teams to the top of the standings?
Friday Forecheck: Seel'ing the Defensive Seams NHL.com
