Jack Han
@jhanhky.bsky.social
Coach & Consultant | NHL/AHL/Liiga | Follow me to learn about Tactics & Player Development
Newsletter: jhanhky.substack.com
NHL Ebooks: jhanhky.gumroad.com
Send me an email: jack.han@hey.com
Newsletter: jhanhky.substack.com
NHL Ebooks: jhanhky.gumroad.com
Send me an email: jack.han@hey.com
New on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
How the landscape changes between low- and high-level hockey & why you'll need to work hard away from the puck to remain effective on offense
(intro below, full-length breakdown for paid subscribers)
jhanhky.substack.com
How the landscape changes between low- and high-level hockey & why you'll need to work hard away from the puck to remain effective on offense
(intro below, full-length breakdown for paid subscribers)
jhanhky.substack.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:17 PM
New on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
How the landscape changes between low- and high-level hockey & why you'll need to work hard away from the puck to remain effective on offense
(intro below, full-length breakdown for paid subscribers)
jhanhky.substack.com
How the landscape changes between low- and high-level hockey & why you'll need to work hard away from the puck to remain effective on offense
(intro below, full-length breakdown for paid subscribers)
jhanhky.substack.com
New on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- Ivan Demidov's star quality
- How to troubleshoot an ineffective offense
- NHL powerplay trends (MTL, PIT, VGK)
jhanhky.substack.com
- Ivan Demidov's star quality
- How to troubleshoot an ineffective offense
- NHL powerplay trends (MTL, PIT, VGK)
jhanhky.substack.com
November 3, 2025 at 1:37 AM
New on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- Ivan Demidov's star quality
- How to troubleshoot an ineffective offense
- NHL powerplay trends (MTL, PIT, VGK)
jhanhky.substack.com
- Ivan Demidov's star quality
- How to troubleshoot an ineffective offense
- NHL powerplay trends (MTL, PIT, VGK)
jhanhky.substack.com
From earlier this week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- How to coach your wingers on the breakout ($)
- What I learned from working multiple NHL training camps (free)
- Advice from a WHL coach on how to make it to the next level (free)
jhanhky.substack.com
- How to coach your wingers on the breakout ($)
- What I learned from working multiple NHL training camps (free)
- Advice from a WHL coach on how to make it to the next level (free)
jhanhky.substack.com
September 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM
From earlier this week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- How to coach your wingers on the breakout ($)
- What I learned from working multiple NHL training camps (free)
- Advice from a WHL coach on how to make it to the next level (free)
jhanhky.substack.com
- How to coach your wingers on the breakout ($)
- What I learned from working multiple NHL training camps (free)
- Advice from a WHL coach on how to make it to the next level (free)
jhanhky.substack.com
New on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- What it takes to succeed in the WHL
- How elite NHL Ds move together
- Podcast recommendation for hockey parents
jhanhky.substack.com
- What it takes to succeed in the WHL
- How elite NHL Ds move together
- Podcast recommendation for hockey parents
jhanhky.substack.com
September 2, 2025 at 12:31 PM
New on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- What it takes to succeed in the WHL
- How elite NHL Ds move together
- Podcast recommendation for hockey parents
jhanhky.substack.com
- What it takes to succeed in the WHL
- How elite NHL Ds move together
- Podcast recommendation for hockey parents
jhanhky.substack.com
An off-season project I'm working on.
Will result in a multi-part video course that will be an affordable resource for coaches of all levels.
Stay tuned for more details...
Will result in a multi-part video course that will be an affordable resource for coaches of all levels.
Stay tuned for more details...
June 22, 2025 at 9:48 PM
An off-season project I'm working on.
Will result in a multi-part video course that will be an affordable resource for coaches of all levels.
Stay tuned for more details...
Will result in a multi-part video course that will be an affordable resource for coaches of all levels.
Stay tuned for more details...
Game 4 overtime breakdown on jhanhky.substack.com:
How fatigue almost doomed the Oilers + 2 great plays by Podkolzin to set up the game-winner
How fatigue almost doomed the Oilers + 2 great plays by Podkolzin to set up the game-winner
June 13, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Game 4 overtime breakdown on jhanhky.substack.com:
How fatigue almost doomed the Oilers + 2 great plays by Podkolzin to set up the game-winner
How fatigue almost doomed the Oilers + 2 great plays by Podkolzin to set up the game-winner
Money-saving tips for hockey parents:
If you needs an off-ice shooting pad, don't spend $100+ on a hockey specific one, many of which are too thin & light.
Instead use 1/4in thick plywood for less $.
(Melamine slides even better if you have a perfectly flat surface)
If you needs an off-ice shooting pad, don't spend $100+ on a hockey specific one, many of which are too thin & light.
Instead use 1/4in thick plywood for less $.
(Melamine slides even better if you have a perfectly flat surface)
May 25, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Money-saving tips for hockey parents:
If you needs an off-ice shooting pad, don't spend $100+ on a hockey specific one, many of which are too thin & light.
Instead use 1/4in thick plywood for less $.
(Melamine slides even better if you have a perfectly flat surface)
If you needs an off-ice shooting pad, don't spend $100+ on a hockey specific one, many of which are too thin & light.
Instead use 1/4in thick plywood for less $.
(Melamine slides even better if you have a perfectly flat surface)
This week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- Why Dallas' 5v5 metrics are down
- A new benchmark for Demidov
- Washington's PP entry trick play
jhanhky.substack.com
- Why Dallas' 5v5 metrics are down
- A new benchmark for Demidov
- Washington's PP entry trick play
jhanhky.substack.com
April 12, 2025 at 2:07 PM
This week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- Why Dallas' 5v5 metrics are down
- A new benchmark for Demidov
- Washington's PP entry trick play
jhanhky.substack.com
- Why Dallas' 5v5 metrics are down
- A new benchmark for Demidov
- Washington's PP entry trick play
jhanhky.substack.com
This week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter
- What 30 yrs in hockey taught me about avoiding injuries
- Why certain kids stop getting better
- How to play give-and-go off the rush
jhanhky.substack.com
- What 30 yrs in hockey taught me about avoiding injuries
- Why certain kids stop getting better
- How to play give-and-go off the rush
jhanhky.substack.com
March 31, 2025 at 12:54 AM
This week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter
- What 30 yrs in hockey taught me about avoiding injuries
- Why certain kids stop getting better
- How to play give-and-go off the rush
jhanhky.substack.com
- What 30 yrs in hockey taught me about avoiding injuries
- Why certain kids stop getting better
- How to play give-and-go off the rush
jhanhky.substack.com
A topic I'll cover in video form for paid jhanhky.substack.com subscribers:
Old vs New rules of rush defense
Old vs New rules of rush defense
March 12, 2025 at 2:12 PM
A topic I'll cover in video form for paid jhanhky.substack.com subscribers:
Old vs New rules of rush defense
Old vs New rules of rush defense
204 sales in 24 hours.
Thanks for your support!
Thanks for your support!
March 8, 2025 at 3:51 PM
204 sales in 24 hours.
Thanks for your support!
Thanks for your support!
Hockey Tactics 2025 is now available!
294 pages of pro-level knowledge that's easy to understand for newcomers.
A must for hockey nerds, aspiring coaches & players who love to think the game.
Get it now: jhanhky.gumroad.com
294 pages of pro-level knowledge that's easy to understand for newcomers.
A must for hockey nerds, aspiring coaches & players who love to think the game.
Get it now: jhanhky.gumroad.com
March 7, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Hockey Tactics 2025 is now available!
294 pages of pro-level knowledge that's easy to understand for newcomers.
A must for hockey nerds, aspiring coaches & players who love to think the game.
Get it now: jhanhky.gumroad.com
294 pages of pro-level knowledge that's easy to understand for newcomers.
A must for hockey nerds, aspiring coaches & players who love to think the game.
Get it now: jhanhky.gumroad.com
Just finished writing the Hockey Tactics 2025 ebook.
Next: Editing, formatting and getting it ready for sale.
Check out previous years' editions here: jhanhky.gumroad.com
Next: Editing, formatting and getting it ready for sale.
Check out previous years' editions here: jhanhky.gumroad.com
March 4, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Just finished writing the Hockey Tactics 2025 ebook.
Next: Editing, formatting and getting it ready for sale.
Check out previous years' editions here: jhanhky.gumroad.com
Next: Editing, formatting and getting it ready for sale.
Check out previous years' editions here: jhanhky.gumroad.com
If you want to sound like an NHL head coach next time you're on the bench, throw in these two phrases:
"Don't get stuck on the walllll!"
"Traaaaaaack!"
😆
"Don't get stuck on the walllll!"
"Traaaaaaack!"
😆
February 18, 2025 at 12:08 AM
If you want to sound like an NHL head coach next time you're on the bench, throw in these two phrases:
"Don't get stuck on the walllll!"
"Traaaaaaack!"
😆
"Don't get stuck on the walllll!"
"Traaaaaaack!"
😆
This week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- PP faceoff plays from Canada vs USA
- How to throw a reverse hit
- Score more by shooting *softly*
jhanhky.substack.com
- PP faceoff plays from Canada vs USA
- How to throw a reverse hit
- Score more by shooting *softly*
jhanhky.substack.com
February 17, 2025 at 3:14 PM
This week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- PP faceoff plays from Canada vs USA
- How to throw a reverse hit
- Score more by shooting *softly*
jhanhky.substack.com
- PP faceoff plays from Canada vs USA
- How to throw a reverse hit
- Score more by shooting *softly*
jhanhky.substack.com
From last night: Canada's powerplay goal is made possible for a strong bumper shooting threat. SWE always has at least 1 PKer within stick length of Reinhart, leading to Crosby's backdoor pass.
February 13, 2025 at 3:45 PM
From last night: Canada's powerplay goal is made possible for a strong bumper shooting threat. SWE always has at least 1 PKer within stick length of Reinhart, leading to Crosby's backdoor pass.
This week on jhanky.substack.com:
- Detroit's faceoff trick play
- The best cars for hockey families
- Tampa's excellent penalty kill
- Detroit's faceoff trick play
- The best cars for hockey families
- Tampa's excellent penalty kill
January 21, 2025 at 3:22 PM
This week on jhanky.substack.com:
- Detroit's faceoff trick play
- The best cars for hockey families
- Tampa's excellent penalty kill
- Detroit's faceoff trick play
- The best cars for hockey families
- Tampa's excellent penalty kill
New this week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- How to improve your wall play
- LAK prospect Alex Turcotte back on track
- 5 habits that'll earn you a promotion to the top line
jhanhky.substack.com
- How to improve your wall play
- LAK prospect Alex Turcotte back on track
- 5 habits that'll earn you a promotion to the top line
jhanhky.substack.com
December 19, 2024 at 5:00 AM
New this week on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
- How to improve your wall play
- LAK prospect Alex Turcotte back on track
- 5 habits that'll earn you a promotion to the top line
jhanhky.substack.com
- How to improve your wall play
- LAK prospect Alex Turcotte back on track
- 5 habits that'll earn you a promotion to the top line
jhanhky.substack.com
New on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
When two high-end players of different styles do the same things, I take notice.
I discuss the similarities between Team Canada's Travis Sanheim & 2025 top prospect Matthew Schaefer + why both are good examples for young Dmen.
(Audio On)
When two high-end players of different styles do the same things, I take notice.
I discuss the similarities between Team Canada's Travis Sanheim & 2025 top prospect Matthew Schaefer + why both are good examples for young Dmen.
(Audio On)
December 8, 2024 at 11:38 PM
New on the Hockey Tactics Newsletter:
When two high-end players of different styles do the same things, I take notice.
I discuss the similarities between Team Canada's Travis Sanheim & 2025 top prospect Matthew Schaefer + why both are good examples for young Dmen.
(Audio On)
When two high-end players of different styles do the same things, I take notice.
I discuss the similarities between Team Canada's Travis Sanheim & 2025 top prospect Matthew Schaefer + why both are good examples for young Dmen.
(Audio On)
Boston has been interesting since the coaching change from Montgomery to Sacco.
Defensively far better and playing a more simple game with the puck.
Passages below by @conorryan93.bsky.social are representative of BOS' return to Cassidy-era hockey.
Defensively far better and playing a more simple game with the puck.
Passages below by @conorryan93.bsky.social are representative of BOS' return to Cassidy-era hockey.
December 4, 2024 at 2:52 PM
Boston has been interesting since the coaching change from Montgomery to Sacco.
Defensively far better and playing a more simple game with the puck.
Passages below by @conorryan93.bsky.social are representative of BOS' return to Cassidy-era hockey.
Defensively far better and playing a more simple game with the puck.
Passages below by @conorryan93.bsky.social are representative of BOS' return to Cassidy-era hockey.
A sneak peek at Hockey Tactics 2025:
The most frequently-coached breakout in hockey. You'll probably see it at a local rink tonight.
The full ebook (including all 32 NHL teams' 5v5/special teams) will be available early 2025.
The most frequently-coached breakout in hockey. You'll probably see it at a local rink tonight.
The full ebook (including all 32 NHL teams' 5v5/special teams) will be available early 2025.
November 25, 2024 at 2:45 AM
A sneak peek at Hockey Tactics 2025:
The most frequently-coached breakout in hockey. You'll probably see it at a local rink tonight.
The full ebook (including all 32 NHL teams' 5v5/special teams) will be available early 2025.
The most frequently-coached breakout in hockey. You'll probably see it at a local rink tonight.
The full ebook (including all 32 NHL teams' 5v5/special teams) will be available early 2025.
NJD vs WSH is an interesting intra-division rivalry, with real playoff implications re: home ice.
Devils love to attack off the rush and the Caps love to counter-attack from inside their zone.
Here's an illustration of what NJD would like to avoid against WSH tonight:
Devils love to attack off the rush and the Caps love to counter-attack from inside their zone.
Here's an illustration of what NJD would like to avoid against WSH tonight:
November 23, 2024 at 11:25 PM
NJD vs WSH is an interesting intra-division rivalry, with real playoff implications re: home ice.
Devils love to attack off the rush and the Caps love to counter-attack from inside their zone.
Here's an illustration of what NJD would like to avoid against WSH tonight:
Devils love to attack off the rush and the Caps love to counter-attack from inside their zone.
Here's an illustration of what NJD would like to avoid against WSH tonight: