Two goaltenders, but no controversy in Washington
Some of the looming questions surrounding the Washington Capitals these days relate to its goaltenders. That there are two healthy, capable and talented young goalies ready to get between the pipes once the NHL season begins is certainly a benefit to the team and a testament to a strong farm system in Hershey that has factored into their development. There is no question that Braden Holtby and Michal Neuvirth are ready to play. The question is who will be starting in goal in the season opener and more importantly, who will distinguish themselves as the clear number one goalie during the shorter 48-game season? The adjusted season may actually prove to be beneficial to both Holtby and Neuvirth. Conventional hockey wisdom says to stick with the hot handed goalie until they put up a stinker or two or get lit up and are unable to bounce back. But how do...
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