Especially when overtime differs from regulation
by SixShutouts66 (2018-06-21 18:01:55)

In reply to: Finally, I've found someone who agrees with me on ties.  posted by tusk


I think there's a growing sentiment that ties are sometimes a fair indication of the game. especially when the overtime rules/method deviate from what's used in regulation.

OT basketball, baseball, and NHL playoff hockey just extend the game for some period of time until a winner can be decided. Admittedly endurance and quality of reserve players may be much more important in OT.

Tennis, college FB, and regular season hockey are the biggest culprits in playing a different game in OT, one that gives decided advantages to certain teams/players (big serve in tennis, running attack in FB, and 3-3 or shootout skills in hockey).