
As important as they are in basketball, rebounding is equally as valuable when it comes to NHL playoff hockey. From big rebounds off your goalie in the dying minutes of the game, to rebounding from a double overtime defeat in your own arena - Rebounds are often unpredictable and can mean the difference between giving up a goal and giving up a series.

At this point in time, regular season standings are out the window. Anyone can be the hero and protecting your goalie is essential. Take a look at last night's dominating performance by the Bruins on the Caps; despite only 2 shots on goal for Alex Ovechkin, who decided to toss around hits instead, his 3rd period shot was Washington's best chance and could have been the game winner in the 1-0 OT result.

Give strength to your goalie, however qualified he may or may not be. He is your riding hope and will make mistakes in spite of your heightened expectations. Be supportive because as of right now there is still tomorrow, and should he lose his fighting spirit somewhere in between, there might not be next week.
xoxo
Goaltending is key in the playoffs... Great finish. you need a GREAT goalie to win the cup, a good goalie doesn't cut it. Smith stood on his head for the Yotes last night, and even though I'm a big fan of the hawks, I'm also a huge Doan fan... Tough to cheer for both, but if you are there's never disappointment.
ReplyDeleteAs usual Jen, great read. Keep it up <3