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Originally Posted by calgarygeologist
I definitely understand that angle and it isn't an easy or straightforward decision one way or the other. If they do go with Swayman I think he has a very short leash because of the game 7 situation. There is no room to falter. Potentially one weak goal and it might be time for Ullmark. The short leash probably goes for Ullmark as well though. In any case both goalies need to be game ready on Sunday because either one might be called to go in and save the playoffs for Boston.
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Had another thought — was there ever a period this year when Ullmark played six straight games (let alone seven)? If this was the regular season, Swayman would have already played Game 3 and 6. Add to that the added stress of the playoffs, and he might be a bit fatigued (maybe not physically but probably mentally).
Unfortunately the problem compounds itself because Swayman hasn’t played in 2+ weeks either. It will be really interesting to see how this plays out.