1. (NEW for 2005-06) The leg guards worn by goalkeepers shall not exceed eleven inches (11") in extreme width when on the leg of the player.
2. The maximum length from bottom mid-point to top mid-point of the pad is not to exceed thirty-eight inches (38").
3. (NEW for 2005-06) The minimum length of the boot of the pad is to be no less than seven inches (7"). The boot channel of the goal pad must be flat or concave in appearance.
4. No attachments such as plastic puck foils are permitted.
5. (NEW for 2005-06) Calf protectors must follow the contour of the calf and ankle and can have a thickness of no greater than one and a half inches (1 1/2"). No raised ridges will be permitted on the calf protector that would be deemed to act as deflectors of pucks.
6. (NEW for 2005-06) The knee strap pad is not to exceed six inches (6") in length by five and one-half inches (5 1/2") in width by one and one-half inches (1 1/2") in thickness. The knee strap pad must be fastened to the inner risers. The total width measurement of the entire inner knee padding (pad risers) including the outer knee strap pad must not exceed two and a half inches (2 1/2") in thickness. The inner kneepads are not to exceed seven inches (7") in length, five and a half inches (5 1/2") in width. The length of seven inches (7") is measured from where the inner padding attaches to the leg pad and back to the end of the inner padding. Medial rolls (raised seam ridges) will not be permitted. All knee protection must be worn under the thigh guard of the pant.

   (NOTE) These inspections can take place any time, before, during, or after the game. A member of the League Staff (Hockey Operations and/or Security Departments) may obtain the equipment from any or all four participating goalkeepers. This equipment may be removed to a secure location for measuring.

   (NEW for 2005-06)Any violation of this Rule will result in an automatic two (2) game suspension for the next League game to the offending goalkeeper. Should both goalkeepers on a Club have illegal equipment, both will be suspended in sequence. The goalkeeper who played the day/night of the measurement will be suspended for the next two (2) games, and the back-up goalkeeper will be suspended for the following two (2) games.

   (NEW for 2005-06)Goalkeepers who play with equipment that has not been inspected and approved by the Hockey Operations Department, or who tampers with equipment after it has been inspected and approved by the Hockey Operations Department will be suspended for the next two (2) League games, his club will be fined $25,000.00 and his equipment manager will be fined $1000.00 (to be deducted from his pay), regardless of whether or not such equipment previously complied with NHL standards. Each additional violation will result in all game suspensions and fines to be doubled.

   The recalling of minor league goalkeepers to ensure a complete lineup for subsequent games, shall be deemed to be an Emergency Recall, and subject to the twenty-three (23) man roster limitations.

   Refusal to submit the equipment for League measurement will result in the same sanctions as that of a goalkeeper with illegal equipment.

   Any violation of this Rule shall be reported to the Club involved and to the Commissioner of the League.

1. No raised ridges are allowed on the front edges or sides of the chest pad, the inside or outside of the arms, or across the shoulders.
2. (NEW for 2005-06) Layering at the elbow is permitted to add protection but not to add stopping area. This layering, both across the front and down the sides, to protect the point of the elbow shall not exceed seven inches (7").
3. Shoulder Cap Protectors must follow the contour of the shoulder cap without becoming a projection/extension beyond or above the shoulder or shoulder cap. This contoured padding must not be more than one inch (1") in thickness beyond the top ridge of the shoulder and shoulder cap.
4. On each side the Shoulder Clavicle Protectors are not to exceed seven inches (7") in width. Their maximum thickness is to be one inch (1"). This protection is not to extend or project above or beyond the shoulder or shoulder cap nor extend beyond the armpit. No insert is allowed between the Shoulder Clavicle Protector and the chest pad that would elevate the Shoulder Clavicle Protector.
5. If, when the goalie assumes his normal crouch position, the shoulder and/or shoulder cap protection is pushed above the contour of the shoulder, the chest pad will be considered illegal. (See Rule 23(a) -- Dangerous Equipment)

1. (NEW for 2005-06) No internal or external or cheater padding is permitted on the pant leg or waist beyond what is required to provide protection (no outside or inside ridges).
2. (NEW for 2005-06) The maximum width (straight line) of the thigh pad across the front of the leg is ten inches (10"). If the groin and/or hip pads extend beyond the edge of the front thigh pad they are to be included in this ten-inch (10") measurement. This measurement is to be taken while the goalie is in an upright standing position. This measurement is to be made five inches (5") up from the bottom of the pant.
3. (NEW for 2005-06) All thigh pads must follow the contour of the leg. Square thigh pads are considered illegal.
4. (NEW for 2005-06) All knee protection must be strapped and fit under the thigh pad of the pant leg and not exceed the ten inches (10") allowed for the width of the thigh pad.

1. No inserts or additions are to be added to the standard goalie cut jersey as produced by the manufacturer. (Modifications at the manufacturer are not allowed unless approved in advance by the League) (see Rule 13(b) -- Composition of Team)
2. No "tying down" of the jersey is allowed at the wrists if it creates a tension across the jersey such that a "webbing effect" is created in the armpit area.
3. No other tie downs are allowed that create a "webbing effect."
4. The length of a jersey is illegal if it covers any area between the goalies' legs.

1. (NEW for 2005-06) A maximum perimeter of forty-five inches (45") is permitted. The perimeter of the glove is the distance around the glove. (See measurement procedures below)
2. (NEW for 2005-06) The wrist cuff must be four inches (4") in width (height). The cuff of the glove is considered to be the portion of the glove protecting the wrist from the point where the thumb joint meets the wrist. Any protection joining/ enhancing the cuff to the glove will be considered part of the glove rather than the cuff.
3. (NEW for 2005-06) The wrist cuff is to be a maximum of eight inches (8") in width (this includes the bindings). All measurements follow the contour of the cuff.
4. (NEW for 2005-06) The distance from the heel of the glove along the pocket and following the contour of the inside of the trap of the glove to the top of the "T" trap must not exceed eighteen inches (18"). The heel is considered to be the point at which the straight vertical line from the cuff meets the glove (see diagram).
5. (NEW for 2005-06) Measuring Procedures for Goalkeepers' Catching Glove
   1. Suggested Equipment - binder clip, pins and a 5/8" fiberglass cloth measuring tape that measures 1/8ths of an inch.
   2. Procedure:
      1. The tape is to be placed on the outside edge of the glove with the midway line of the tape following the top ridge of the edge/binding.
      2. At the "starting point" of the measurement, anchor the tape with a pin or binder clip.
      3. Ensure that the midpoint line of the measuring tape follows the outside top ridge of the edge/binding.
      4. If at the junction of the cuff and catch portions of the glove there is a "jagged point"; the measurement tape will follow the imaginary perpendicular line to the glove ridge above. (A "jagged joint" anywhere else on the glove will not be allowed this "straight line" privilege, i.e. where the trap joins the main glove).

1. (NEW for 2005-06) Protective padding attached to the back or forming part of the goalkeeper's blocking glove shall not exceed eight inches (8") in width nor more than fifteen inches (15") in length at any point (this includes the bindings). All measurements follow the contour of the back of the glove.
2. (NEW for 2005-06) The blocking glove must be rectangular in shape.
3. (NEW for 2005-06) The flap protecting the thumb and wrist must be fastened to the blocker and must follow the contour of the thumb and wrist. This thumb protection must not exceed seven inches (7") in extreme length when measured from the top of the blocking surface.
4. (NEW for 2005-06) Raised ridges are not to be added to any portion of the blocking glove.

   (NEW for 2005-06)(NOTE) All goaltenders must use one of each a blocking glove and catching glove, meeting League approved sizing specifications.

(NOTE) The Officiating Department is specifically authorized to make a check of each Teams' equipment to ensure the compliance with the Rule. It shall report its findings to the Commissioner for his disciplinary action.