The fights look totally lame, and you don't even get to throw a punch yourself. 989 taking a slapshot and hitting the post. No goal for you. The goalies are weak and let a lot of shots get by that they should be stopping. Controls work well, but they are more complex than EA's and far less intuitive.
Sound effects are poor.
The commentary, what there is of it, is ridiculous. Checking is one part of the game I really liked. The hip checks are great, but you can't spend the whole game smashing your opponents into the boards. It's an excellent choice if you enjoy hockey and want a realistic experience.