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An enforcer's role is to protect the team's talent. Their presence on the ice makes the other team think twice about laying out a star player with a big hit for fear of retaliation. They also deliver big hits of their own and wear down the other team. They will engage in fights to rally, inspire, and motivate their teammates (provided they win the fight). Past NHL enforcers include Bob Probert, Marty McSorley, and Tie Domi.

Agitators jobs are to get under the skin of the other team and draw penalties. They aren't necessarily crappy players, but they play a tight-checking, grinding style of game and are always there to break up plays, tie up sticks, and prevent players from getting space to manoeuvre with the puck. They can also be a good net-front presence in the offensive zone. Past NHL agitators include Sean Avery, Dino Ciccarelli, and Tomas Holmstrom.