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Originally Posted by CanadaMatt
Smith was very poor tonight. Game has passed him by. It’s a pity Because he’s a hell of a bloke and has been an amazing player throughout his career.
That being said, a number of defenders had sub-par nights tonight too. They shouldn’t be let off just because Smith was bad.
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The reason you pay a goalie is so that when your defense has an off night and gives up good chances you expect the guy to bail you out with a save.
Smith hasn’t done that in almost a calendar year on a consistent basis (or 6 months of hockey season if you want)