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Trader--not sure I meant to call him Grant-I feel he is the best young goaler since Grant. His physical talents and especially his quick legs are the best I've seen since Mr. Fuhr. His lateral movement is extraordinarily good.

I agree--he needs to win a cup or two before we mention him in the same stratosphere--but his potential is pretty amazing. Even his inconsistency is similar--Grant had his ups and downs--especially early on ( I recall Grant flipping the bird to his home crowd and being sent down to the minors when he was younger).

Goal is alot like QB. Early on you tend to rely on your physical skills--later you develop better intuition and play a stronger mental/positioning game. If you are extremely lucky your abilities combined with reputation and mental strength allow you to become truly great-like a Pat Roy.

Anyhow--I do agree--the guy has to continue his play and prove it. I just think the kid is a special talent. Hopefully, even if he has a rough final--he is allowed to mature and realize his potential.

A.B.