Syracuse, N.Y. — Hockey coaches need to know what each of their players brings to the lineup before deciding which buttons to push in the crucial moments of a game.

Those with slick moves and a cool temperament are the best candidates for a shootout. The ones who have put in the work during the off-season put themselves in a better position to contribute in more important minutes.

At syracuse.com’s recent Section III winter media sports day, we asked Section III coaches a pair of questions:

Which of their players is most likely to convert a game-winning shootout attempt with the season on the line? And who do they expect to be their most improved players this season?

Here are their responses:

Shootout aces

Boys

Cal Maher , Auburn

“He’s got a heavy shot and some good moves.” — He

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