Counting Down the NHL’s Top Masks
Posted on 09. Aug, 2010 by Justin Dickie in Counting Down, HQ1-4
Jacques Plante normalized the use of the goalie mask in the NHL. His was simply a piece of fiberglass molded to his face with holes cut out so he could see and breathe. While it pales in comparison to the designs of today, it was a masterpiece as it revolutionized the goaltending position.
From the Editor: The Summer of the Goaltender
Posted on 09. Aug, 2010 by Clayton Hansler in From the Editor, HQ1-4
Aside from the Devil’s contract fiasco, this off-season has largely surrounded the league’s top tenders. A lot of the hooplah started when Martin Brodeur, all-time leader in just about every goaltending category on this continent, was ousted in the playoff’s first round while Halak miraculously carried his team past both Ovechkin and Crosby. The attention [...]
Nashville: Unlocking the Keys to Goaltending Success
Posted on 09. Aug, 2010 by Stu Dickson in Columns, HQ1-4
Since Nashville joined the league in 1998 they have gone through five starting keepers: Mike Dunham, Tomas Vokoun, Chris Mason, Dan Ellis and now Pekka Rinne. All five have exceeded expectations in Tennessee and around the league, and it raises the question, just why is Nashville so good at grooming big league goalies? An in-depth look at Nashville’s three hockey aficionados provides some clues to the Preds’ consistent pattern of success.
Nothin’ Gets Past these Dogs
Posted on 09. Aug, 2010 by D'Ann Faught in AHL, HQ1-4
The Hamilton Bulldogs enter the 2010-2011 season with depth at the goalie position. It is certainly rare for an AHL team to have two prolific goalies, as it is a league where every player is constantly looking for their big break and the chance to play in the NHL. However, both Desjardins and Sanford will keep battling and working hard to get that opportunity.
A Divisional Look: Atlantic Goaltenders
Posted on 09. Aug, 2010 by Denise Karl in A Divisional Look, HQ1-4
The Rangers’ No.1 job is set in stone, and it reads: Henrik Lundqvist. The 28-year old Olympic gold medal winner played 73 games last season with 35 wins and a .921 save percentage.
A Divisional Look: Central Goaltenders
Posted on 09. Aug, 2010 by Jeff Veillette in A Divisional Look, HQ1-4
The second year for Pekka Rinne in Nashville went for a bit of a fall, not unlike the previously mentioned Mason, with Rinne attaining a .911 SV% and 2.53 GAA.