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TWO PAD SLIDE
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The two pad slide is almost extinct but can still be observed once in
while in the NHL. This save has also been called "stacking the pads" or other
similar variations and is very flashy when it is successful, but quite risky if
there are any tight rebounds left around.
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Usually, smart goalies reserve this save for desperation situations
because it does fill a lot of space quickly but it does leave you out of
position for any second chances.
Footwork
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You must use an explosive T push to transport you to the ideal position
for this save. As we mentioned in the section on skate sharpening, your
effectiveness on a two pad slide will be minimal with dull skates. It is
frankly impossible to explode laterally on dull blades.