Canadiens’ defence, goaltending giving them edge in series against Sabres
MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens were up two goals on the Buffalo Sabres when they had a shift that typified why they’re now up 2-1 in a series they could…
‘Looking for improvement’: Oilers GM Stan Bowman on goaltending
The Edmonton Oilers had an earlier end-of-season media availability than they are used to on Saturday, and general manager Stan Bowman wasn’t hiding his disappointment. “We’re obviously not in a…
Defence, goaltending unlikely reasons why Oilers advanced to Western Conference final
LAS VEGAS — The Edmonton Oilers have been the team that didn’t seem bothered by giving up four goals because they were more than capable of scoring at least five.…
Maple Leafs’ goaltending decision hints at playoff starter
TORONTO — Craig Berube is messing with the rotation, and tipping his hand in the process. If it wasn’t telling enough that the Toronto Maple Leafs coach tapped Anthony Stolarz…
Scout’s Analysis: Goaltending will be key to Canada’s success at WJC
With world junior rosters now set for all competing countries, prognosticators are lining up with their predictions for each team’s potential for success. The host Canadians, along with Team Sweden…
What the Stolarz injury tells us about Toronto’s goaltending situation
Though it was never outright declared, something became clear when we learned that Anthony Stolarz would be starting Thursday night against the Anaheim Ducks: he had become the Leafs’ 1A…
Flames Takeaways: Goaltending helps extend record-setting start
Rarely have expectations been lower in Calgary, and never has the team started this well. It has been a fascinating couple of weeks for the Flames. Even though Saturday evening…
Maple Leafs’ fortunes rely heavily on goaltending tandem stepping up
TORONTO — For a team hoping to make a long playoff run, the Toronto Maple Leafs are counting on very inexperienced players at the most important position. That is unless…
Canucks’ Rutherford talks goaltending, higher expectations ahead of season
VANCOUVER — Despite uncertainty over the status of Thatcher Demko and Arturs Silovs, Vancouver Canucks president of hockey operations Jim Rutherford said he feels “good” about the team’s goaltending two…