Jack Hughes is one of the best players in open ice when it comes to manipulating defenders. The way he attacks players "nose to nose" (attacking toecaps) allows him to use subtle fakes at the last moment in order to open up the ice he wants.
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Jack Hughes is one of the best players in open ice when it comes to manipulating defenders. The way he attacks players "nose to nose" (attacking toecaps) allows him to use subtle fakes at the last moment in order to open up the ice he wants.
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