AHL to test new rules

[Rimmer]

Tue, September 21, 2004

AHL implementing new standards

The American Hockey League will enter the 2004-05 season, its 69th year of operation, with a new set of playing standards, including several significant rule changes, changes to the ice markings, stricter interpretations on restraining fouls and a stricter standard on supplementary discipline in cases of deliberate injury or attempt to injure.

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R.

[Habbout]

I think these rules are worth a shot. They will speed up the game dramatically and make the game more exciting. I know that in ontario minor hockey leage (OMHA) they are using these new rules as well.