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Originally Posted by Noir
Halak thrived during the Play Offs because of the system they employed. Price had 1 chance in the 1st round to steal the show but couldn't.
However, I doubt MTL will be playing the same system that will have Halak's defensemens absorbing 50 shots per game in an 82 game spread when they already couldn't handle the wear & tear in a shorterened tournament format. This is probably what factored in the Halak deal as I doubt they'll be using the same system and will be looking at a different direction instead.
MTL probably sided with Price because they project he's the better goalie individual to the system. Theoritically, they made the right choice. Realistically however...  |
Agreed. I believe the system made Halak more of a star than he ought to be to an extent. Price was given a chance in that system too but it did not work in his favor.
Im still on the fence with this trade. I believe MTL could have yanked some better players in return though.
MTL's blueline does look sick though...with Subban, Markov, Gill. I think theyll have a great season coming up.