We lack the computing power for Mouthguards... this is getting frustrating.

I completely get the frustration here. It seems like such a small detail, but it matters for authenticity. Not everyone wears their mouthguard like it’s dangling out of their mouth, and the fact that we don’t even have the option to put it in properly feels like a miss. And yes, while we’re at it, why not allow for some more customization like helmets not being strapped and untied skate laces? These are little things that would make the game more immersive and true to life. Also, it’s hard to believe that adding a visor to a Jofa helmet is such a technical hurdle—it’s 2024, and we’re talking about basic gear customization. These small touches add up to a better overall experience, and it’s something that would resonate with the fanbase.

Yeah, there is actually very few players who wear it out of their mouths IRL, the problem is that some of them are higher profile players, drawing more attention to it. The league actually does require that mouthguards be in your mouth while on the ice, sadly this is not being enforced. It also means that young players see this and suddenly they think it is cool and then they start doing this as well. What would make them start enforcing it is if we start seeing kids getting hurt because of the lack of mouthguards, sadly this is an inevitability if this trend continues, and video games, should NOT be encouraging this. Seriously, parents of a child who gets hurt because of not properly wearing a mouthguard, should be suing the NHL as well as any video game companies that are encouraging this type of behaviour through complicity. Mouthgaurds not only protect your teeth, they also help in reducing jarring if your chin strikes the ice, a shoulder, elbow, stick, puck, etc, which has an impact on concussions. With all of the "awareness" they are drumming up about concussions long term effects on the brain, including depression and suicide, one would think the league and gaming companies would want to discourage this type behaviour and not encourage it and promoting it. Its time that this actually be taken seriously, before it comes to serious injury. 

New Game is out. Mouth piece still not able to be worn correctly IN THE MOUTH. I don't care how badly you want me to play the gambling mini game ultimate team. It's clearly a ponzi scheme. Don't buy. They don't need our money clearly. They won't hold franchise exclusivity forever. Not if they lose money. Try Super Blood Hockey instead. Fantastic game.

they know their audience...

offensive danglezsnipez through useless nerfed D all game with mouth piece sticking out and construction boots.