NHL analyst Andrew Raycroft believes that Linus Ullmark will start in net for the Boston Bruins in Game 2 of their series against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Raycroft does not have any inside knowledge, but he explains that his sense is based on the Bruins’ incredible platoon system and the rationale behind it.
The Bruins have used a goalie platoon system all season, with Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman splitting starts. The system has been very successful, as the Bruins have the best record in the NHL. Ullmark has been slightly better than Swayman this season, but both goalies have been excellent.
Raycroft explains that the Bruins’ goalie platoon system is likely to continue in the playoffs. He believes that Ullmark will start Game 2 because he is the more experienced goalie and has played well in the playoffs in the past. However, Raycroft also believes that Swayman could start if Ullmark struggles in Game 2.
