The early days of the 2017-18 NHL season have not been kind to Carey Price, that much is not in question. But those who question the former Hart Trophy-winner’s ability to rebound are doing so prematurely.
Undoubtedly, the way the Montreal Canadiens’ franchise player has struggled through the first month of the NHL calendar is disconcerting. Stumbling out of the gate isn’t exactly a great look for the man set to become the highest-paid goaltender in league history in one year’s time.
The play of Charlie Lindgren through the infancy of his NHL career hasn’t made things easier for Price, with whom a few fans seem to be losing patience at a record pace.