Who is the hockey legend with the first name of Phil?

What does a hockey neck guard do? The guard is designed to prevent injury to the neck by pucks, rings, balls, the metal blades on ice skates, and various types of sticks like hockey sticks. This piece is critical to goaltenders, especially ice hockey goaltenders, who are more likely at risk to be injured in this area.

What pads do hockey players wear? Hockey players wear shoulder pads and a chest protector to reduce the risk of injury to their collarbone, shoulders and chest. The pads come in a variety of styles and sizes. Defensive players tend to prefer more padding to protect them from high sticks, pucks and excessive physical contact.

What are hockey masks called? The birdcage masks, a la Hasek and Osgood, are almost fully replaced by the hybrid fiberglass cage masks. Goalie masks have become an art form, an expression and an extension of a goalie’s uniform.