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Neutral Zone Forecheck: 0-5

Neutral Zone Forecheck
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Neutral Zone Forecheck: 0-5 image
The most passive neutral-zone scheme is the 0-5, with all five skaters standing in the back half of the NZ. No defensive player makes any attempt to pressure the puck carrier before the red line. This type of NZ trap is often seen in Europe and is seldom effective in the NHL.