Easy goal
An easy way to score is when the goalie covers the puck and there is a face off to the left or right of the net. Move the Analog-stick in the direction of the shot to the net. When the referee drops the puck, press B instead of A. The goalie usually will not be expecting it, and it will go into the net. Additionally, get the puck and try to get a breakaway. Stay in the middle at the sides of the circles. Turn fast in either side and do a wristshot or backhand.
Players never retire
To make it so your players never retire in franchise mode, go to the roster and press Y (edit player). Then, set his age to whatever desired.
Unlock Additional Skills Competitions
Successfully complete the skills competitions without continuing more than 3 times during the entire mode. If successful, press and hold Up while pressing selecting Skills Competition to unlock additional challenges.