answersLogoWhite

0

In the NHL teams play regular games during the season. The 8 teams from each division with the most points at the end of the season get to play in the playoffs (2 points for a win, 1 point for a loss in overtime and 0 for a loss). In the playoffs two teams compete in a best of 7 tournament. The winner gets to play in the next round against another team, the loser starts training for the next season. The team that wins all their best of 7 tournaments win the stanly cup.

Also in a regular season game if there is a tie at the end of the game they go into ONE overtime period and then a shootout (teams shoot 3 times the team with goals win if still tied after 3 shots teams take turns until they score) IN A PLAYOFF GAME after one period of overtime THERE IS NO SHOOTOUT. They just play another period of overtime. (In overtime for both types of games both teams have 4 players on the ice instead of 5.) I hope that answers your question! :D

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What is the difference between Australian hockey and Asian hockey?

iunno


How many playoff games in hockey are typically played in a series"?

In hockey, a playoff series typically consists of 4 to 7 games.


What is the difference between air hockey and push hockey?

Push hockey does not have air like air hockey does


What is difference between hockey and six-a-side hockey?

six side a hockey isn't hockey its bullsh*t


What is the difference between a natural hat trick and a regular hat trick in hockey?

A natural hat trick in hockey is when a player scores three consecutive goals in a single period of play. A regular hat trick is when a player scores three goals in a game, but they do not have to be consecutive.


What is the name of the trophy given to the best playoff hockey in the national hockey league?

The Stanley Cup


Why didn't the Canadian hockey team make the playoff?

Because it sucks.


What is the difference between the total one and the total one limited edition hockey sticks?

The main difference is that the total 1 limited edition hockey sticks are a limited edition!


What is the difference between ice hockey and sledge hockey?

Ice Hockey is played by able bodied players on ice skates with a stick and the rest of the regular gear. Sledge hockey is mainly a Paralympic sport and involves the participants sitting on a small sledge and moving themselves around using 2 small sticks which are used to hit the puck. It follows mainly the same rules as ice hockey with some small variations.


Whats the difference between inline and ice hockey girdles?

There is no difference i have friends that play Inline Hockey and Ice Hockey and they use the same girdles. -- Inline Hockey girdles are supposed to be worn under pants, so often the surrounding nylon is not much robust, and they are tighter to the body.


Is there a difference between roller hockey goalie gloves and street hockey goalie gloves?

No. Roller hockey and street hockey are exactly the same (with the exception that street hockey is sometimes played without roller blades). Therefore, the equipment is the same.


What does GD means in hockey?

In hockey, "GD" typically stands for "goal differential." It is a statistic that represents the difference between the number of goals a team has scored and the number of goals they have allowed. A positive goal differential indicates that a team has scored more goals than it has conceded, which is often a sign of a strong team performance. Goal differential can be an important factor in standings and playoff qualifications.