Help!

[LighttheLamp]

So far this year i have enjoyed the game play very much. Although, I have a few issues that are making it hard to really get into the game. With the addition of higher poke check rate and puck interceptions, I feel the AI is benefiting from this more so than I. First off, when I have possession of the puck, I become pressured by the AI to the point where finding space is impossible. This results in the CPU taking the puck at will or forcing me into making an errant pass.

Secondly, When I try for a cross crease goal, I would say 80% of the time the pass is intercepted. The problem is that I cannot defend against the CPU cross crease. The back door and slot are always exposed leaving my goalie at an extreme disadvantage. I have tried every different defensive strategy with no luck. I went from all-star to pro hoping for a better result, but again, no luck!

I want to clarify that I do love the High Poke Check and Ints, I just wish I had the same chances that the cpu does.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated