I was lucky enough growing up that I was the only goalie on most teams. It wasn't until I got into midget and junior that I played with others. We played the entire game. Going in cold sucks. So does being the gate boy, but meh. You knew you'd get the entire game next one.
As for missing the big game, one started the tournament/playoffs and then we traded off each game. It was kind of the luck of the draw.
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