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Section 1 - Playing AreaSection 2 - TeamsSection 3 - EquipmentSection 4 - Types of PenaltiesSection 5 - OfficialsSection 6 - Physical FoulsSection 7 - Restraining FoulsSection 8 - Stick FoulsSection 9 - Other FoulsSection 10 - Game FlowReference TablesAlphabetical Index

2010-11 Official NHL Rulebook

There have been several changes to the Rules for the 2010-11season, most notably the addition of Rule 48: Illegal Check tothe Head. For a complete summary of changes, please clickhere.

2010-11 Rule Enforcement Video: A look at some of theupcoming rule changes along with the new Illegal Hits to theHead rule and other points of emphasis this season.

Kay Whitmore on new goalie pads rule: Kay Whitmoreexplains the changes in the rule book as far as the size ofgoaltender's pads.

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