For every person that wants change in a sequel there are the exact same amount that want it to stay the same. You can't win.
In the case of NHL 09, well it has changed, at least this "generation" of NHL titles. NHL 07 introduced the Skill Stick, NHL 08 added to it, upped the framerate and NHL 09 has refined the system even more adding more defensive play. Throw in the EASHL, Be A Pro, and adding custom audio to your team, you end up with a title that is vastly different.
The core mechanics NEED to stay in games like this, because that's what they are based around. How could you make drastic changes to a hockey game without destroying the game of hockey?
I could see RB changing more, but at the same time Harmonix's hands are tied because they pledged they wouldn't force people to have to change hardware, so they are stuck with what the first released. Now it is just about refinements and the games are all the better for it.
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