With the end of the regular season nearly upon us, we have an opportunity to use the models we do have to assess team performance from the 2020-2021 regular season.
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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?