Making the races more interesting are turbo chargers and a contagious fuse that can be transferred from one car's antenna to another's, like a game of hot potato, until an unlucky racer explodes. You know it's hockey season in the Tampa Bay area because temperatures are in the low 80s and because EA Sports has graced us with another installment of its premiere hockey series. The franchise that never tires has gotten better with added game play and an expansive career mode This year's NHL is speeded up, to the point that you almost need experience with prior versions. Those who don't have to learn the intricacies of one-timers, forechecking and the big deke in rookie mode before they should attempt the harder levels.
Fights also are quicker.
And you have to deal with free agency, retirement and the draft in NHL 2000's career mode. It's a hockey lover's dream come true. All rights reserved.