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Originally Posted by Textcritic
I know a lot of people have been frustrated by Peters's usage of Rittich v Smith this season, but I personally believe this step-by-step incremental approach to developing him has been instrumental to Rittich's success this year. He is a 26-year-old second-year NHL goalie who with tonight's start will match his season high from last year. I think the best thing for the long run is to continue to challenge him, but manage his starts accordingly.
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Absolutely.
Last year folks were so eager to declare him not a starter because he stumbled when thrust into that role. Whereas maybe he needed to learn it? Maybe he learned from that experience?
This year folks are so eager to declare him already the starter. But maybe it’s best to baby step it to ensure continued success.
I mean, what is the most number of games he’s ever started in a season?