Mason was brilliant tonight in a 2 to 1 victory for the Islanders over Val d'Or Foreurs. He stopped 38 of 39 shots and demonstrated everything I like about him: rebound control, great glove hand, ability to concentrate and pick pucks out of a jumble of arms and legs, excellent positioning and lateral movement, and poise. He picked a good night to shine against the excellent Val d'Or squad as Flames Director of Player Development, Troy Crowder, was present. Crowder was interviewed at intermission and was VERY complementary about the kid. Oh, by the way, McDonald was first star.
Last edited by Rick M.; 10-04-2014 at 06:36 AM.
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