There are a bevy of skills in the sport of hockey where some make it their art. Alex Ovechkin scoring unstoppable goals from the same spot on the ice for his entire career; Connor McDavid’s acceleration; Auston Matthew’s quick release. But for our Minnesota Wild bruiser Ryan Reaves, it’s all about the art of hitting.
After Wednesday’s demolition against the Detroit Red Wings and laying out Filip Hronek, Reaves explained how he hits and his unique way of doing
“I kind of hit like a football player,” Reaves said. “I don’t always turn sideways, which sometimes when you turn sideways you catch head.