Just what is going on with "Flower"? Marc-André Fleury is one of the more divisive players in the NHL today. Divisive not because of his personality or attitude, but because of his play.
Fleury has never been a stats guy. He has not posted stellar save percentages. He has never wowed anyone with his GAA. However, the one department that Marc-André Fleury has nearly always impressed is in the win column.
There are two camps in the MAF battle. The Critics/Haters, who have always believed that Fleury surrenders too many soft goals, and has been the beneficiary of playing with a talented cast of skaters. Then there are the Loyalists/Apologists. This group clings to the Stanley Cup runs, his incredible athleticism, Pittsburgh's offensive-focused style of play and the "Secret Service Save."
Regardless to which camp you belong, Marc-André Fleury has begun the '10-'11 season with a 1-4-0 record, a slightly scary 3.41 GAA, and an abysmal .861 save percentage.
Why?
The Apologist hypothesizes that Fleury usually starts slowly.
Is this true? Let's take a look at past ...
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What Is Wrong with Pittsburgh Penguins Marc-André Fleury?
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