We’ve all heard the comparisons.
He’s the next Ken Dryden. A sure-fire NHL All-Star for years to come. Maybe even a future Hall of Famer.
The plaudits…and excitement…were understandable. Especially given the way Penguins rookie goalie Matt Murray wowed us down the homestretch and through the first couple of rounds of playoffs.
So cool. So focused. So economical in his movements. Virtually unbeatable down low.
And now?
Those good traits are still very much ingrained in the youngster’s play. Along with the mental toughness that allows the 22 year old to shrug off goals—good and bad—with a remarkable equanimity.