Our Standards
Our goal is to publish hockey content that is accurate, genuinely helpful and easy to understand. We prioritize readers over search engines and clear answers over word counts.
Sources We Rely On
- Official rulebooks and publications from the NHL, USA Hockey, Hockey Canada, the NCAA and the IIHF
- Coaching and player-development resources from national governing bodies
- The Hockey Hall of Fame and official league records for history and statistics
- Manufacturer specifications, sizing charts and certification bodies such as HECC and CSA for equipment
- Reputable sports-science and medical organizations for training and safety topics
Articles include a “Sources and Further Reading” section so readers can check information for themselves.
What We Never Do
- We never fabricate statistics, quotes, interviews or expert credentials.
- We never claim to have tested a product we have not tested. Research-based comparisons are labeled as such.
- We avoid presenting fast-changing information, such as rosters, standings, contracts and prices, as permanent fact, and we direct readers to official sources for current details.
- We do not let advertisers or affiliate partners influence our editorial conclusions.
- We do not backdate articles. Publication dates reflect when an article was actually published, and a separate “Last Updated” date shows substantive revisions.
How Articles Are Produced
Articles are planned around the questions hockey players, parents, coaches and fans actually ask. Some drafts are prepared with the help of AI writing tools. Every draft is reviewed and fact-checked against primary sources by the Ice Hockey Playbook team before publication, and drafts that do not meet these standards are not published.
Health, Safety and Youth Content
Training, nutrition and injury-related topics are written as general education, not medical advice, and include reminders to consult qualified professionals. Youth hockey content reflects publicly available guidance from governing bodies, and we encourage families to confirm details with their local association.
Corrections and Updates
If we find or are told about an error, we correct it promptly. Significant corrections are noted at the end of the article. We review articles periodically, especially when rules or equipment standards change. To report a possible error, email admin@icehockeyplaybook.com or use our Contact page.
Independence and Monetization
We may earn revenue from advertising and affiliate links in the future. See our Affiliate Disclosure. Sponsored content, if ever published, will always be clearly labeled.