Attention remains focused on Panthers' Anderson
by Donny Rivette on Dec 17, 2008 9:02 PM EST
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Sportsline's Wes Goldstein takes a close look at goaltender Craig Anderson, covering his rather typical winding road spent shuttling between the American and National leagues, and the payoff it provided for he and his present team. A little faith goes a long way.
On his quick stop in Boston, playing behind current, and severely underrated, Bruins netminder Tim Thomas:
"Here's a guy who was 30 and had the opportunity to come back to the NHL and he came to the rink every day with a smile, having a great time, because he loved the game so much," Anderson said. "It made me think 'why am I coming to the rink pissed off about a loss. It's a great job and you should have fun playing hockey.'"
We have yet to see this kid not play the role of consummate professional and thorough team guy. As Goldstein goes on to point out, Andy is aware of his surroundings: his backup status, the approaching UFA deadline, and the positive vibes he brings to a club not known for such emotions.
Even on the bench, one is aware of his presence and effect on the team.
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i'm going to cry
when i see him putting up top 5 numbers in another teams jersey. Can we please sign this guy? PLEASE???
We have yet to see this kid not play the role of consummate professional and thorough team guy.
Well, I must admit, he’s the most level-sounding guy I’ve ever watched shut out my team on 52 freaking shots. A good dilemma for you guys to have, this goalie 1A and 1B.
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That was a fun week.
He did it again a day later (or was it a day earlier?), setting a record for consecutive shutouts on the road, or some similar obscure factoid.
Vokoun’s kept his chin up, though…getting the start tonight.
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by Donny Rivette on Dec 18, 2008 7:06 AM EST up reply actions
He had at least 2 records
1st for most shots stopped in a shut out (53 agains Islanders) & then most consecutive stops (the additional 40 against Boston). Andy’s the man!!!
Well done, CLG!
Must’ve been the Merlot…
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