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Locke · 12-18-2017, 11:16 AM

I've thought about this a while, and I think the real detriment to Smith's puck-handling abiity is that hes so good at it, but because of that its almost as though the team has to implement a different system when hes in net.

Its not natural anymore and you can start to see the Defence overthinking.

Then they get used to it and its all good, and then its the backup's turn and its like a whole new system again.

Hes the only one who can do it, so when hes not playing it requires all the other players to adapt.

Its not Smith's fault, its a big part of why he was brought in, but I dont think its being utilized well by the coaching staff.

12-18-2017, 11:16 AM	#9
Locke Franchise Player Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Income Tax Central Exp:	I've thought about this a while, and I think the real detriment to Smith's puck-handling abiity is that hes so good at it, but because of that its almost as though the team has to implement a different system when hes in net. Its not natural anymore and you can start to see the Defence overthinking. Then they get used to it and its all good, and then its the backup's turn and its like a whole new system again. Hes the only one who can do it, so when hes not playing it requires all the other players to adapt. Its not Smith's fault, its a big part of why he was brought in, but I dont think its being utilized well by the coaching staff. __________________ The Beatings Shall Continue Until Morale Improves! This Post Has Been Distilled for the Eradication of Seemingly Incurable Sadness. The World Ends when you're dead. Until then, you've got more punishment in store. - Flames Fans If you thought this season would have a happy ending, you haven't been paying attention.