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Originally Posted by Movechkin
Why not try Gillies? Couldn't be worse than Smith. Sure his AHL numbers aren't great but who knows what could happen behind a real NHL defence. And no last year was not our full lineup he played behind. If we are in a position to throw away points with Smith, why not give Gillies a chance then. There's no commitment to Smith past this year. Plus Smith can mentor Gillies like he's done with Rittich
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Yes he could but that's not why you dont go to him.
Chances are pretty good that a guy struggling at the AHL level isnt going to do much better here. In fact chances are he will indeed be worse, which would likely destroy him for good if he was to get shelled. If management still thinks of him as part of the future, and who knows maybe they don't, then you simply don't gamble wrecking him so he can play a few games instead of a different guy who might lose. Risk management to a degree if you will.