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If I could change one rule in hockey, it would be to get rid of the "trapezoid" behind the net that goaltenders have to stay within when handling the puck. I know there are some leagues that do not have these lines, and I would like leagues like the NHL and SHL to adopt it too. It may seem like a small change, but I do think that it could have some pretty big impacts. For one, it would allow goalies the ability to be more involved with offensive aspects of the game, and naturally I think their assist numbers would go up because they are able to handle the puck more often. Another reason for this change would be to increase physicality in our game; if goalies are working around the boards they will be in positions where skaters can check the goalie, or vice versa. Fans would love to see more hits and scraps with skaters and goaltenders!