I think there is a significant level of trust by management in Gillies and Rittich.
If there wasn't they probably would have signed a free agent backup or traded for one by now, instead of hoping a backup becomes available via waivers or trade before the season starts.
The only way they look at acquiring a backup goalie after training camp is:
a) management doesn't like what they see in camp
b) injury
c) a young goaltender that they believe has #1 starter potential in the next year or two becomes available
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