neutral zone
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Terry forced a turnover in the neutral zone in the first period and eventually scored his 11th goal on Strome’s pass from behind the net.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 1, 2025
The team also ditched its plodding 1-3-1 neutral zone trap in favor of more offensive-minded 1-2-2, a formation Kopitar said has made the team dynamic.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2024
Baier has worked to keep “Special Report” a neutral zone.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2024
Like a quarterback spotting an open receiver, Domi sent the puck sailing over the neutral zone and hit Matthews in stride.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 22, 2024
The best way to do this will most likely be to go to the edge of your territory and noisily intrude into the neutral zone.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
