When a team is at a manpower disadvantage due to players serving penalties. Teams can only be down two players at a time. This is also referred to as Penalty Killing.
A very powerful attacking shot. It involves a player making a large backswing, and a powerful follow-through, lifting the puck off the ice. Slap shots tend to be slower due to the necessary preparation of the shot, but is difficult and sometimes painful to block.
The most basic equipment of a hockey player. A stick is required in order to pass and shoot the puck. Made from either wood or aluminum, the stick features a long shaft and either a straight or curved blade, somewhat resembling a scythe.