Can an opposing hockey player interfere with the goalie?

Answer 1

Its a very touchy subject i recently played in a tournament and went behind the net to get the puck and checked a player resulting in a injury . they didnt know what to call. i was assesed a major and game misconduct for boarding . im guessing if the player wasnt hurt it would be okay.

Answer 2

No.

Although some coincidental and incidental contact does takes place on occasion, it is at the officials' discretion wether it is a penalty for goaltender interference or not.

Answer 3

No.

Cross checking is a penalty for all participants and the severity of the infraction is determined by the officials.

Answer 4

Generally, no but "technically" there is probably no rule against it. I push around and shove all the time though and usually get into no trouble for it.

Answer 5

That would result in a penalty.