forechecker

Instead of a traditional 1-2-2 formation, where one forechecker is trailed by two forwards and two defensemen, the Lightning use a 1-3-1 set, which moves one defenseman up to the second layer of the attack.

A Hockey Team With a Turbocharger Tom Perrotta 2010

Doesn't mind playing in traffic and is a good forechecker who doesn't mind the physical game.

As thoughts turn to draft for some teams, a warning 2008

After allowing two early power-play goals by the Blue Jackets, the Sharks thrived on special teams with ample help from Marleau, who has four points in four games while excelling as a penalty killer and forechecker.

USATODAY.com 2008

They stuck to their system with one forechecker and four guys back.

USATODAY.com - Hockey - Los Angeles vs. Nashville 2006

In the past, he's got a lot of points by just going — leading the rush, being a forechecker, almost.

USATODAY.com - Stuart channels aggression into standout season 2004

A good forechecker but could use some work on his defense. ...

USATODAY.com - 2004 NHL Draft Capsules 2004

A very disruptive forechecker who plays with a lot of heart.

USATODAY.com - Russians head class of forwards in upcoming draft 2004

Players can't use their stick or free hand to restrain a forechecker.

USATODAY.com - USA TODAY's Hockey School: Defense, obstruction, two-liners 2003

He can be an incredible forechecker and when he's having one of his shifts, he's awfully hard to play against.

USATODAY.com - Penguins deal for top pick, take goaltender Fleury 2003

At least one forechecker, if not two, must be required in the defensive zone as long as the puck is there.

USATODAY.com - Hall of Fame goalie Fuhr misses wide-open games 2003