Cross-checking

Cross-checking
The referee signal for Cross Checking

Cross-checking is an infraction in the sport of ice hockey where a player checks an opponent by using the shaft of his or her stick with both hands. In the rules of the National Hockey League, cross-checking is defined in Rule 59[1].

While body checking is allowed, the use of the stick increases the risk of injury to an opponent. The most common penalty is a two minute minor, served by the offender. However under certain circumstances the referee may assess a major penalty (plus automatic Game Misconduct) or a Match Penalty if the action is judged to be an attempt to injure the player.

References

  1. ^ "Rule 59 - Cross-checking". 2009-10 Official NHL Rulebook. http://www.nhl.com/ice/page.htm?id=26351. Retrieved 23 October 2009. 
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