- Two-way forward
In
ice hockey , a two-way forward is a forward who handles defensive aspects of the game as well as offensive aspects. Typically a player's frame is not an issue whether he or she can be a two-way forward. Perseverance is a key to be a two-way forward as to battling in the corners or preventing an odd-man rush for the opposing team. A two-way forward can contribute for the team in the offense and defense, scoring important game-winning goals or make big plays from which your team receives a big advantage.Two-way forwards are sometimes left in the shadows of star players but commentators often remind you how important they are to your team. The NHL awards the best two-way forward with the
Frank J. Selke Trophy for forward "who demonstrates the most skill in the defensive component of the game".ome of today's best two-way forwards
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Rod Brind'Amour ,Carolina Hurricanes . Won Selke Trophy in 2006 and 2007
*Jere Lehtinen ,Dallas Stars . Won Selke Trophy in 1998, 1999 and 2003. Nominated six times
*Kris Draper ,Detroit Red Wings . Won Selke Trophy in 2004
*Sergei Fedorov ,Washington Capitals . Won Selke Trophy in 1994 and 1996
*John Madden,New Jersey Devils . Won Selke Trophy in 2001. Nominated in 2004 [ [http://slam.canoe.ca/NHLAwards04/selke.html 2004 NHL AWARDS GALA on canoe.ca ] ]
*Jay Pandolfo , New Jersey Devils. Selke Trophy nominee in 2007 [ [http://www.popularasians.com/forum/archive/index.php/t-15100.html 2007 NHL Award Nominees [Archive - PA - Entertainment Destination ] ]References
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