Hache also explained the degree to which a puck would slow down following a slap shot. Due to air resistance, the foam puck would lose 10 mph by the time it reached the net. A typical puck would suffer nearly little loss. The fact that the slap shot depletes much of its energy as heat tells us that there is more force acting on the ball than just gravitational force.
In other words, air resistance becomes significant at high speeds. As the speed decreases, so does air resistance. This is why a slap shot can be so powerful; even though you aren't moving very fast, you are still producing enough force to resist significantly with each phase of the shot.
A heavy ball or one made from hard materials won't slow down as quickly, which means it will reach the net faster. This is why shooters often use balls when they want to get the puck into the net quickly.
Many elements influence the velocity of the puck during such a shot; we've mentioned a couple here: Furthermore, the slap shot's preloading, loading, release, and follow through stages all contribute to stick velocity. As a result, the puck's velocity changes. The faster the shot, the lower the trajectory.
Here is how different shooting techniques affect the speed of the puck: The slap shot is used when you want to shoot the puck as hard as possible. Because of its pre-loading, loading, and release phases, the slap shot reduces the time the puck has airborne; thus, it speeds up as it approaches the net.
The wrist shot is used when you want to shoot the puck at a high trajectory but not as fast as possible. During its pre-loading phase, the wrist shot extends the arm and pulls the gun back before firing; this gives the player more time to aim and place the puck in the net.
The backhand shot is used when you want to shoot the puck at a low trajectory but not as fast as possible. The backhand shot is difficult to master because you have to pull the puck backwards with your hand as you shoot it; this requires good hand-eye coordination.
The one-timer is used when you want to shoot the puck as soon as possible after receiving it.
A slap shot is a technique used by ice hockey players to smack a puck at speeds of up to 45 m/s (100 mph). The impact of the ball on the stick produces a loud "slap" and sends it flying into the opposing net.
The slapper's arm is extended in front of them when shooting the slap shot. They use their entire body to generate power behind the shot. The goal tender tries to avoid these shots because they can cause serious injuries if they catch someone on the head or face.
There are two types of slap shots: one-timer and standup. In one-timer situations, the player shoots from a stationary position while standing still. In standup situations, the player takes a few steps before shooting to create more distance between them and the goalie. These shots are usually high quality because there's more time and space for the shooter to set themselves up properly.
One-timers are useful when you want your opponent to think that you're going to shoot high but instead you send it low to the ice. This forces the goalie out of position and gives you an open look at the net.
Standups are best when you want to beat a goalie down low.
Since we all know what a slap shot is, let's look at its biomechanics. Many elements influence the velocity of the puck during such a shot; we've mentioned a couple here: Furthermore, the slap shot's preloading, loading, release, and follow through stages all contribute to stick velocity.
When the hockey stick comes into touch with the puck, it bends. When the puck is freed from the stick's blade, follow through: Since we all know what a slap shot is, let's look more closely at its biomechanics.
Coaches frowned on the slap shot until the late 1950s and early 1960s, claiming that it took too long to get off. The massive windup gave the goalie time to prepare. It was too often missing the net. Fast forward to now, and it's difficult to picture hockey without the slap shot. It is still used extensively by top players such as Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin.
In 1958, Frank J. Selke developed a new way to shoot the puck, which he called the "slap shot." He got the idea while watching basketball games where players would use their open hand to shoot the ball through traffic. Since hockey players at the time refused to use their hands, Selke decided to do so himself. He proved very successful at shooting the puck, and his technique spread throughout hockey. Today, it is considered the most powerful shot in hockey.
The slap shot requires very little ice time because you can put a lot of power on the puck with very little effort. This made it popular among high-skill players who didn't want to spend too much time in the sin bin.
During the 1994-95 season, Toronto Maple Leafs centerman Dave Andreychuk led all NHL forwards with 112 slap shots on goal. That's more than any other player had ever attempted before him.
They can move at almost the same speed (slapshot versus homerun hit), but a puck weighs more and, in both cases, the form of the puck causes greater discomfort. Furthermore, if you are struck by a puck, you are most likely in a much colder environment, which exacerbates the situation. I've never been struck by a baseball, but I have been hit by a puck. It hurt then and it hurts now.
As for what else hurts more: balls or bats? That's simple. Bats. A ball might feel like a rubber rock when you get hit by it, but a bat will cause you pain if it hits you right. Balls don't even come close to bats in terms of damage potential. Bats are made out of metal and balls aren't. Bats have plenty of force behind them, while balls don't. A ball may do some damage to your face or body if it is hit hard enough, but that's about it.
As for sports: hockey is a contact sport so it would probably hurt more than baseball because there is more contact involved. The puck is also made of harder material than a baseball so that could also contribute to it hurting more.
In conclusion, hockey pucks hurt more than baseballs.
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