The goaltender's main job is to keep the puck from entering the goal net The goaltender is also known as the goalie, the goalkeeper, or the netminder
The goalie's concentration lies in keeping the opposition from scoring the puck into the goal
The defensive player normally stationed directly in front of the goal cage, whose primary job is to prevent goals by the other team The goaltender wears special protective equipment and is given some special protection by the rules, while he is in the goal crease If assessed a minor, major, or misconduct penalty, the goaltender remains in the game while another player goes to the penalty box in his stead