the neutral zone

noun

: the middle part of an ice hockey rink that is between the two zones defended by the teams

Examples of the neutral zone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Key moment Kuzmenko finished the second period by robbing Logan Stanley in the neutral zone and skating down for an electrifying unassisted goal. —Greg Beacham, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2025

The Canucks managed to win despite an off night for Quinn Hughes and some sloppy defensive coverage in the neutral zone throughout the evening, but especially in the first period. —Thomas Drance, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025

Carlsson emerged from a battle with possession, weaving into the neutral zone and feathering a pass to Killorn. —Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2025

The tide shifted about a minute later when Drew O’Connor turned the puck over in the neutral zone. —Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025

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