>Hockey was made to be played FAST/smoothly/silkily with occasional violence happening with the player carrying the puck.


I see. I'd like to see that.

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>It's a shame that what we have today is even called "hockey". Today it's basically uncontrolled violence with lots of whistles and very little skating!

You mean it's been "Americanized". *g*

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>If you can get a hold of the 1975 (I think) game between USSR and Montreal New Years Eve you will see how hockey was meant to be played and you will feel deep sorrow at what passes for "hockey" today.

I will.


Thanks Jim.