
The Hidden Danger Behind a Slash: Vascular Injuries in Ice Hockey
In this episode of The Science of Hockey, we explore a rare and serious case of blunt trauma from a slash to the back of the knee, uncovering an underlying vascular condition—popliteal artery entrapme...
26 Joulu 202511min

AI on Ice: How Neural Networks Decode Elite Hockey Performance
This episode dives into how artificial intelligence is being used to analyze elite ice hockey gameplay. Using neural networks and layer-wise relevance propagation, researchers are uncovering the most ...
19 Joulu 202519min

Hip Check: The Hidden Burden of Groin Injuries in Hockey
Hip and groin pain in professional ice hockey players is more common than many realize. In this episode, The Analyst dives into the data behind the prevalence, duration, and impact of these injuries—r...
12 Joulu 202517min

Hits, Fights, and Fans: What Drives NHL Audience Trends?
This episode examines whether fighting in the NHL really boosts viewership. We break down the data on fight frequency and game ratings from 2010 to 2021, revealing surprising trends in fan interest, r...
5 Joulu 20259min

Sprint Tested: The Science Behind On-Ice Speed for Women’s Hockey
In this episode of The Science of Hockey, we dive into the development of a game-relevant sprint test tailored specifically for women’s varsity hockey. Learn how repeated sprint performance, positiona...
21 Marras 202517min

Back on the Ice: Safely Returning After ACL Surgery
This episode offers a clinical roadmap for returning to hockey after ACL reconstruction. We break down an on-ice progression model tailored to hockey's unique demands, covering biomechanical stress, n...
14 Marras 202510min

Skating into Risk: How a Single Ice Hockey Session Impacts Hip Health
Hip and groin injuries are among the most common in competitive ice hockey. In this episode of The Science of Hockey, we unpack a recent study that reveals how just one ice hockey session can signific...
7 Marras 20259min



















