Smith tonight?

[bud369]

As you can see, I have both Sedins and Mike Smith. Smith and the Coyotes have been white hot lately but Vancouver is so dangerous. Stuck with the decision, no need to worry about games played, and I don't need to play him, just wondering if you guys think he will put up strong numbers tonight vs Van City?

[khiyasu]

As you can see, I have both Sedins and Mike Smith. Smith and the Coyotes have been white hot lately but Vancouver is so dangerous. Stuck with the decision, no need to worry about games played, and I don't need to play him, just wondering if you guys think he will put up strong numbers tonight vs Van City?

Smith has been one of the more consistent goalies this year. I'm in the same situation. I have Daniel but no Henrik. However, Smith has won the last 10 in a row, and Phoenix is 9-0-1 in their last 10 games - hottest team in the league right now and I wouldn't be afraid of starting Smith. However, VAN is always a threat to score tons of goals so if you don't have to start him, I'd just sit Smith. No point taking the risk. It's still early in the week. Also, LaBarbera started and played well the last time they met so IMO there is a good chance they let LaBarbera start to keep Smith fresh.

[bondon]

Man honestly, I'm seriously considering benching him. I remember last time I was faced with this decision Phoenix did me a favour and played LaBarbera. I'm hoping they do the same thing.