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Originally Posted by Vinny01
Has a 7th round pick goalie made the NHL ever before he was 22 years old?
Let Wolf cook in the minors for another year at least. If there is an injury he will get his chance
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I think Wolf has a good chance of being an NHL-level goaltender. I've watched a few Wranglers games this year closely and I don't think he's there yet (especially positionally on pro level shooters).
If he comes up now, he's going to get annihilated with his short side coverage in tight. His puckhandling decision making ability is also not consistent (a necessity in today's game).
Before everyone jumps to Wolf's defence, I want to say that it's ok. He's 22.
Juuse Saros had parts of three AHL seasons and was only handed the keys as a full time starter two seasons ago (last season being the first season he played full time/season minutes).
It takes time for goalies.