Wyshynski of ESPN had Flames goaltending ranked 24th coming into season. Differences between stats vs. eye test, analytical posters vs. emotional posters aside, some others have Flames goaltending below average.
Seems undeniable that Smith was above average for early part of season but also seems like common sense to be concerned if that can be expected over this whole season.
Average goaltending for 50 games or so may not be good enough for this team. It is a legitimate concern.
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