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What strategy did Tretiak use that was uncommon for goaltenders of his era?

  • Leaving the net

  • Using a shorter stick

  • Not wearing a mask

  • None

Answer

In addition to being able to play a butterfly style of goaltending, Tretiak would also leave the net and play the puck outside the crease, an uncommon strategy for goaltenders of his era. This allowed him to be more proactive in preventing goals and to make more saves.
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