This is where xGA gets silly.
Perfect pass by Stamkos and perfect tip. xGA contribution is probably about .2 but a shot placed there is pretty much going in 9 times out of 10 at least
Horrible defensive coverage leaves Novak all alone for a cross crease pass which is promptly shot in off the inside of the post. Shots from a similar situation, in that statistical bucket, include thousands of shots , many off the goalie’s pads, into his logo, etc. This one was off the inside of the far post. Shot placement isn’t considered in xGA but a shot placed there goes in closer to 9 times out of 10 than twice out of 10.
Similarly with Marchessault’s goal. Perfectly executed
I’d give those 3 shots alone about 2.5 xGA, based on execution, and shot placement, never mind the contribution from the other 17 shots
Impressive showing from Vladar, especially quite solid in the last minutes of the 3rd under pressure
Loved the resilience. Huberdeau and Kadri are looking good together
Great snipe by Pachal, a pleasant surprise
Fun game
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