Hockey Systems

The Suit has posted several descriptions and explanations of specific hockey systems utilized by NHL teams. These posts range from even strength forechecking to powerplay formations to penalty kill formations to Tortorella’s philosophies.  They have been very popular posts, extremely informative and educational for both the new and experienced fan. Here are his ever growing collection of posts:

Hockey Systems 101:

Even Strength
Overview of Forechecking Systems
Defensive Zone Coverage Basics
Defensive Zone Systems
Faceoff Tactics
Modern Day Neutral Zone Trapping

Special Teams
Penalty Kill Strategies
Powerplay Strategies

Tortorella’s Systems & Strategies:

Even Strength
Overview of John Tortorella’s System
Coaching 101: Reasons for Tortorella’s line juggling
Coaching 101: The importance of defensive matchups
Earning icetime in Torts’ system
Torts clarifies comments about coaching offense

Special Teams
Newly designed breakout leading to more offense
Rangers new 1-3-1 / rotating umbrella powerplay
Rangers T-forecheck helping to boost chances on PK