aj sheetz questions ...
>Also, isn't it an automatic goal if a player throws his stick during a
>break-away on an open net?
 
   If a stick is thrown to prevent a goal, a penalty shot/optional minor
   penalty is awarded.  Otherwise it's a minor penalty.  There are no
   automatic goals in hockey, other than ones that are legally propelled
   over the goal line.  :-)
 
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