Can you lift hockey stick?

A player may lift the opponent’s stick at anytime provided they do not impede their progress. This is most often done in an effort to prevent the opponent from playing the puck and is considered a good defensive play.

Can you pick up a goalie stick?

The National Hockey League rules state that the only way for a goaltender to receive a new stick during play is to have it brought to him by a teammate. Generally, it is legal to pick up your goaltender’s stick as long as you do not play the puck while holding it.

Can you move a broken stick in hockey?

The rule specifically states that moving or shooting the equipment off to the side of the ice so that it does not interfere with play is allowed. If the equipment shooting/throwing occurs in the offending player’s defensive zone, a penalty shot is awarded instead of a minor penalty.

What happens if you drop your stick in hockey?

Dropping a stick because it is broken. Simply, it is illegal to play with a broken stick. If a player is caught using a broken stick it is a 2 minute minor penalty. Therefore, if a player has his stick broken they must immediately drop the stick to the ice and discontinue using it.

What happens when a hockey player drops his stick?

Can you hold two sticks in hockey?

It’s illegal to play with two sticks—even if one of them is a goalie stick. In fact, playing while holding the goalie stick would normally violate another rule governing the dimensions of a player’s stick, but that rule is waived in this specific situation.

Can a NHL goalie play with broken stick?

Unlike the rules regarding other players, a goalie can continue to play with the broken stick until he can make it to the bench during a pause in the game to retrieve a new one. However, he can use a player’s stick if it is legally handed to him. If this rule is violated, the goalie will receive a minor penalty.

Can you grab a hockey puck?

Any attempt to carry the puck even with an open hand is illegal. In the NHL and international competition you are allowed to bat the puck out of the air to a teammate as long as you are in the defensive zone. Playing the puck with your hand to a teammate will be whistled down for a hand pass.