Staying in a lane aids in forming the common offensive strategy known as a triangle.
[2] This strategy opens up the net for scoring opportunities.
This strategy allows for a constant flow of the play, attempting to maintain the control of play by one team in the offensive zone.
The forwards can pass to the defence players playing at the blue line, thus freeing up the play and allowing either a shot from the point (blue line position where the defence stands) or a pass back to the offence.
[3] Forwards also shared defensive responsibilities on the ice with the defencemen.