Look at online competitive play as something that isn't looking to be a complete sim experience. But neither is the offline modes but they allow you the sliders to make the game more of a simulation to your liking. I'd also say the reason attributes of some players have less speed than probably what they should is so they fit the overalls they are wanted to be given. But I'll be sure to pass along your feedback to the right people since Aljo isn't around atm.
I agree with you that NHL is a competitive game. And if full simulation is introduced for everyone, some players will not be happy. Actually, even now we hear complaints - just from the other side. So, it seems devs can’t make everyone happy, right? 😅
