The Flames have a legitimate shot at the cup this season but they need a significant upgrade on the back up goalie to do it. Adequate just isn't going to cut it. Plenty of interesting options out there, all better than Smith who has been "adequate". Happy for those that think Smith's numbers, even since November, are acceptable for a contending team, but I don't.
Rittich is far and away the least proven goalie of all the top teams. Wanting another backup is also a worry about his game. If Rittich falters in anyway the idea of Mike Smith coming in to carry the load if frightening.
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