Congrats to the 2023 Stanley Cup champions, the Vegas Golden Knights. Game 5 of this year’s finals are probably the most complete game I’ve ever seen in a series-clinching win…oh wait….Vegas scored again! But this is not an article to praise the Golden Knights, but rather to see what lessons the Philadelphia Flyers can take away from the Golden Knights’ victory. Specifically, how Vegas’s goalie situation played out, and thoughts on Adin Hill.
First of all, let’s be honest – the Golden Knights won primarily because they’re a deeply talented team. All four lines were solid and dependable, they had a defense that didn’t make mistakes, and they were ably led by a good coaching staff.