ENFORCER

Enforcer

Enforcer is an unofficial role in ice hockey. The term is sometimes used synonymously with "fighter", "tough guy", or "goon". An enforcer's job is to deter and respond to dirty or violent play by the opposition. When such play occurs, the enforcer is expected to respond aggressively, by fighting or checking the offender. Enforcers are expected to react particularly harshly to violence against star players or goalies.

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enforcer

Noun

  1. One who enforces.
  2. The member of a group, especially of a gang, charged with keeping dissident members obedient.
  3. A player tasked with physically intimidating or confronting the opposition.


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