When it comes to his hockey gear, Washington Capitals rookie Ethen Frank gets crafty. Frank's unique tape job has drawn ...

Initial sticks closely resembled field-hockey sticks. Later, blades got longer and squarer. Finally, the stick shaft extended, allowing players to play at a more upright body position. But Hilborn ...

Hockey stick blades come in a variety of curves, but during the Olympic Games, players are required to use blades with less severe curves than what is allowed in the NHL. A legal blade in the NHL can ...

It follows the rules of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) with modifications. Instead of skates, players use double-blade sledges that allow the puck to pass beneath. Players use two ...