Few things in any sports video game are more rewarding than scoring a goal in NHL 09. It's more than just shooting high and tapping a button before the goalie arrives. There are actually multiple ways to score a goal in NHL 09. The first way is called "the beauty of the shot". This can only be done with a puck control move. You will need to use one of your speed skates to slide into position while the opposing team's defensemen try to block your path. When they do, press the attack button to launch yourself at top speed into the other direction. If you hit the opposing player with your elbow or shoulder, you will knock them off their feet. They will not get back up until the ball crosses the goal line. The second way is called "the blocker penalty". This can only be done with a hockey stick. While playing defense, if the opposing player hits you with the shaft of the hockey stick, you will get a penalty kick. You will lose a point on the power play and the other team gets to shoot at the net. If they score, you win the game. If not, continue playing defense like nothing happened. The third way is called "interference". This can only be done with an ice hockey puck.