Is the blade supposed to flex a little on the nike Bauer one 95 stick?
Of course the blade AND shaft flex on all sticks. But the amount
of flex is dictated predominately by the structure, materials and
the length of the overall stick. If the heal (or the rear part of
the blade) is damaged, you will get movement separate from the
shaft. This is a real problem.
But overall, a modern hockey stick, both shaft and blade, will
work as a solid flexing piece if it is fitted properly. For your
question, the number 95 reference is the makers reference to the
"flex" of the shaft and not the blade. This 95 is a "stiffer" stick
as opposed to a 85. The lower number equals more flex. However, the
overall "flex" will be reduced if any length is cut off (think a
longer stick bends easier than a short).
hope this helps.