Detroit Red Wings make highly awaited starting goalie announcement for game one against Montreal Canadiens
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Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press has announced the starting goaltender who will guard the crease against the Montreal Canadiens tomorrow in Little Caesars Arena on Thursday.
The Detroit Red Wings' home opener will mark the beginning of the team's 100th season in the NHL.
For this alone, tomorrow's matchup is significant, as the Red Wings will begin the year with a celebration of their heritage as an original six organization.
We hope that Todd McLellan and company can put together a victory with a veteran goaltender in the crease.
The Detroit Free Press' own Helene St. James has announced the team's starting goalie on "X" today.
The Detroit Red Wings have placed their faith in John Gibson
The Detroit Red Wings look to improve upon their 2024-25 record of 39-35-8 in 82 games with a .524 winning percentage.
With the acquisition of veteran goaltender John Gibson this postseason, the team aims to improve its standings in the Atlantic Division.
He was acquired from the Anaheim Ducks for goaltender Petr Mrazek, a 2nd-round pick in 2027, and a 4th-round pick in 2026.
While Steve Yzerman preaches "progress," fans and Captain Dylan Larkin want playoffs. Keyword: playoffs.
Gibson has the bona fides to be a winning goalie in the NHL but has rarely had the team in front of him to help make a significant push to the postseason.
Last season, he finished with an 11-11-2 record, with a 2.73 GAA and a .912 save percentage behind one of the worst teams in the league.
Just imagine what he can do with a semi-competent team.
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