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Originally Posted by AC
Coaches always talk about a goalie's recent game vs the opponent as a deciding factor.
Smith beat MIN 2-0 at home, Rittich stood on his head in a 2-1 win in MIN a week later. After Rittich won in NJ I expected Rittich.
Problem now is Smith was great in TOR earlier this year, and his puck handling was actually a big reason Toronto generated nothing.
I would still prefer Rittich. I desperately want Rittich to take the #1 job again.
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Smith virtually garenteed a start for Rittich next game with his play tonight.