from Ted Kulfan of the Detroit News,
Over the next few days, The Detroit News will take a look at the various Wings’ position groups, how they have fared this season, and what to expect going forward.
Up today: goaltending.
Filip Larsson
Stats: 7 games (Grand Rapids), 2-5-0, 4.01 GAA, .843 SVS, 0 shutouts; 10 games (Toledo), 4-6-0, 2.72 GAA, .910 SVS, 0 shutoutsOutlook: Larsson struggled mightily in his rookie pro season. He had an awful start in the AHL, then was sent to Toledo where injuries also slowed Larsson’s development. His confidence got dented early, and it wasn't easy for Larsson to regain it.
Larsson is only 21, so there’s plenty of time to rebound. But this season was a step back, though jumping from Sweden to the AHL can be a difficult jump for many players.
Keith Petruzzelli
Stats: 34 games (Quinnipiac, ECAC), 21-10-2, 2.01 GAA, .920 SVS, 3 shutoutsOutlook: The junior had his best season since arriving in college, and continues to raise expectations within the Wings’ organization. The 2017 3rd-round draft pick is 6-foot-5, covers a lot of the net, and has shown steady improvement.
Scouts like his instincts around the net, and the confidence he played with this season.
more goalies...
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