I suppose there is a message wrapped within each of those 42 saves, including one made blind by a sweeping leg that few other than one of the most athletic goalies in NHL history could execute:
Marc-Andre Fleury does tired better than the average person.
That and, when at his best, is really good for a fan’s sweet tooth.
History has defined much of this inaugural season for the Golden Knights, but one of its central commands won’t change for anyone once the playoffs commence.
You advance as far as your goalie allows.
So while the Knights spoke about playing with more determination and focus and a greater sense of urgency against Calgary on Sunday, their 4-0 victory before an announced gathering of 18,075 at T-Mobile Arena more than anything reiterated a old theme about goalies and their importance this time of year.