How to Pull Goalie in NHL 21
Looking to make a comeback in NHL 21? Pulling your goalie can be a risky move, but if done correctly, it can help you turn the tide of a game. Here’s a guide on how to pull your goalie in NHL 21.
Understanding the Goalie Pull
What is the goalie pull?
The goalie pull is when the goalie leaves the ice to allow an extra attacker on the ice. To do this, go to your settings tab in the NHL 21 game mode and turn on “allow goalie pull.” When you’re down by a goal late in the game, you can then press a button to have your goalie leave the ice.
This is a high-risk, high-reward move that can help you tie the game late. However, if you don’t score, you will likely lose as your opponents will have a 6-on-5 advantage.
When used correctly, the goalie pull can be a great way to get back into a game. Just be sure that you know when to use it and that you’re confident in your ability to score!
When should you do the goalie pull?
The goalie pull can be a very effective way to score an empty net goal, but it’s important to know when the right time to do it is. Here are some general guidelines:
-If you’re up by two goals with under two minutes remaining in the game, you should definitely pull your goalie.
-If you’re up by one goal with under a minute remaining in the game, you may want to consider pulling your goalie.
-If you’re down by one goal with under a minute remaining in the game, you may want to consider pulling your goalie.
Of course, these are just general guidelines and there is no substitute for using your best judgment in the heat of the moment.
How to Do the Goalie Pull
In NHL 21, there is a way to pull your goalie for an extra attacker without having to go to the settings menu. You can do this by double tapping the “G” key on your keyboard. Doing this will send your goalie to the bench and put an extra attacker on the ice.
Step 1: Get in position
To do the goalie pull, you’ll need to be in the proper position. When the puck is deep in your zone, skate back to behind your net. You should be close to the red line that goes around the back of the net. If you’re too far from the net, you won’t be able to reach it in time. If you’re too close, the opposing team will be able to shoot it into an empty net.
Step 2: Wait for the right moment
Once you’re in position, wait for the right moment to pull your goalie. You don’t want to do it too early, or else the other team will have an easy shot on an empty net. You also don’t want to wait too long, or else they’ll score a tying goal. The best time to pull your goalie is when the opposing team is making a last-ditch effort to tie the game.
Step 3: Pull your goalie
When you’ve decided it’s time to pull your goalie, press and hold the “pull goalie” button on your controller. Your goaltender will skate out of the net and head to the bench.
Step 4:defend with 6 skaters
Now that your goaltender is off the ice, you’ll have to defend with 6 skaters instead of 5. This can be difficult, but it’s important to try and prevent any more goals from being scored against you. Position yourself in front of the opposing team’s players and try to block as many shots as possible.
Step 2: Aim for the top corner
As the puck carrier enters the zone, quickly get into a low stance and position yourself in the middle of the net. If the shot is coming from the side of the net, use your stick to block any potential rebounds. If the shot is coming from straight on, cover as much of the net as possible.
As the puck is released, slowly stand up and raise your glove above your head. If you’re tall, you can also try to block the shot with your body.
When the puck is about halfway to its destination, take a step forward with your right leg and lunge toward the puck. You want to be in motion when you make contact with the puck so that you can redirect it away from the net.
Extend your arm and direct your glove toward one of the top corners of the net. As you make contact with the puck, snap your wrist so that your glove closes around it. Tuck the puck under your arm and glide backward toward your own blue line.
Step 3: Use your body to block the puck
As the puck carrier approaches, be sure to back up into your net to give yourself more time and space. When they get close, use your body and stick to block any potential shots. If they try to deke around you, quickly slide in the direction they’re moving to cut off their angle.
When Not to Do the Goalie Pull
In NHL 21, there are certain situations when you should NOT do the goalie pull. For example, if you are down by 2 goals with less than 5 minutes left in the game, you should not pull your goalie. Doing so will likely result in the other team scoring an empty net goal and putting the game out of reach.
If you’re down by 2 or more goals
In general, you should only pull your goalie if you’re down by a goal and there’s less than 2 minutes left in the game. However, there are some other factors to consider. If you’re down by 2 or more goals, it’s probably not worth it to pull your goalie because you’re unlikely to catch up. Additionally, if there’s less than a minute left and you’re on a power play, you may want to keep your goalie in so that you have the extra skater advantage.
If there’s less than 5 minutes left in the game
If there’s less than 5 minutes left in the game, and your team is trailing by 1 or 2 goals, you should NOT pull your goalie!
Here’s why:
1. There’s not enough time to make a comeback.
Even if you do score a goal, the other team will just score another one and you’ll be back where you started.
2. It’s a high-risk move.
Leaving your net empty gives the other team a great chance to score an insurance goal, which would seal the victory for them.
3. Your team will be at a disadvantage.
Playing with 6 players instead of 7 will make it harder for your team to keep the puck out of your net.
If your team is on a power play
Under most circumstances, if you’re down by a goal late in the game, you’ll want to replace your goalie with an extra attacker in order to have a better chance of tying the game. However, there are some situations where it’s not a good idea to do the goalie pull. One such situation is when your team is on a power play.
If you’re down by a goal with under two minutes remaining in the game, and your team is on a power play, you should not pull your goalie. The reason for this is that if the other team scores while your team is on the power play, you will still be down by two goals and will have to pull your goalie again. This will give the other team a two-on-one breakaway, which they will almost certainly score on.
So, if you’re down by one goal late in the game and your team is on a power play, don’t pulled your goalie!
