Puck Drop 2: Hockey Manager

Choose a team or create an expansion franchise, set season goals, and customize your identity. Scout prospects and free agents, then draft, trade, and sign players to build a balanced roster. Set lines, defensive pairings, and special teams; assign roles, ice time, and matchups for each game. Select tactics and systems, adjusting forecheck, breakout, and power play strategies to counter opponents. Manage the salary cap, negotiate contracts, and hire coaches, scouts, and medical staff to strengthen infrastructure. Simulate or watch games with play-by-play, make in-game adjustments, analyze stats, and push through the playoffs to chase the cup.