How did the Lightning’s defensemen contribute to limiting their opposition’s offense? What was their contribution to the Lightning’s offense?
Historical Insights
Anatomy of a Champion: 2019-2020 Tampa Bay Lightning – Goaltending
How did the Lightning’s goaltending stack up against the rest of the league? How critical was it to their championship season?
The Relative Impact of Special Teams
While special teams can influence the outcome of a single game, 5 on 5 metrics can provide a reasonable picture of team performance.
The impact of a coach in the NHL
Mid-season coaching changes have become commonplace in today’s NHL. Let’s look at the impact a coach can have in the NHL.
Making the Most of Opportunities
I delve deeper into goal differential to see if we can identify what sets championship teams apart.
Is Offense More Important Than Defense?
If defense isn’t enough to win a Stanley Cup, let’s flip the question on it’s head: does offense win championships?
Oops… The Effect of ‘Bad’ Goals on Team Success
Simply looking at the scoring opportunities against was a very simplified way to look at team defense. What else characterizes a championship caliber team on the defensive side of the puck that separates it from the rest of the pack?
Does Defense Win Championships?
If you follow team sports, you’ve no doubt heard this statement more times that you can count. A google search will turn up a myriad of opinions on the topic, but little conclusive evidence. Is it possible to measure? Does defense win championships in the NHL?