Zach Wilson. No one believes in this kid. Benched by his own team. Ridiculed across the league.
But always kept a smile on his face and kept grinding.
Can you imagine if he went on a Cinderella run this year and won us a ring? This kid would ball his eyes out on TV worse than Jordan, and I would too.
Akira Schmid tonight:
- 23-save shutout
- 2.46 goals saved above expected
Akira Schmid in the playoffs:
- 80 saves on 82 shots (.976 sv%)
- 6.21 goals saved above expected
He’s been the best goaltender so far in the NHL playoffs. He’s a 22-year-old rookie.
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