I also believe Smith is going to be helped by the system the Flames play inside their own zone especially on the penalty kill where they sell out to take away the cross crease plays. If you can continue to do that it leaves the shooter looking at a giant target with a good glove.
The system 'should' also help the health of a goaltender who can focus on a more butterfly or compact style than trying to get side to side constantly. At least that would be the hope.
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