Yes, I’m aware that the Detroit Red Wings have not played a single game in the Atlantic Division. Yes, I’m quite aware that they’ve just moved to the Eastern Conference. And, yes, I’m fully cognizant of the fact that Tuukka Rask had an outstanding 2012-13 season with the Boston Bruins.
I know this.
However, I do believe that the Red Wings’ Atlantic Division counterparts will soon realize that one particular new kid on the block is going to give all of his fellow netminders a run for their money this season.
Jimmy Howard is the best goalie in the division.
Now, before all you Ottawa, Boston and maybe even Montreal fans start throwing epithets and profanity-laced rants my way, give me a chance to explain why this assertion is not mere fanboy-ism getting the better of me.
As the Red Wings are new to the East, it stands to reason that longtime conference fans and observers might not know much about Howard—save for the fact that he plays for the Detroit Red Wings and therefore does not have to be very good in net.
At least, that’s been the prevailing wisdom (and I ...
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Why Jimmy Howard Is the Best Goaltender in the Atlantic Division
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