Do you guys think LaBarbera will start the next game? Or is there a chance Johnson get it?
Tough to tell.
Evidenced by his play tonight, LaBarbera had a five goal lead and still somehow managed to get us all a bit restless after giving up those two quickies to make it 5-2. Some of us were calling for him to be pulled before the damage could escalate. Thankfully, we regrouped and put the game away.
Johnson's numbers are great in his two starts this season. 1-0-1 with a .952 SV% and a 0.98 GAA. Granted, that's only two starts so it's a small sample size, but I would consider giving him a shot.
However, our next game is against San Jose, who is on a bit of a roll and is always dangerous. Usually, experience is better, so that would mean LaBarbera.
But, if you stick an inexperienced goaltender back there, the defense in front of him usually tightens up so that could be an idea running through Tippett's head.
I still think LaBarbera gets the nod next game though, but don't be surprised.