Lindgren returns to Net for Capitals Against Kraken
Charlie Lindgren will start in goal for the Washington Capitals against the Seattle Kraken on Thursday night. This marks Lindgren’s return to the crease after a five-game stretch where Logan Thompson handled starting duties.
Thompson’s impressive run, including five consecutive wins and only four goals allowed, led to his extended starting role. Lindgren last played on January 10, suffering an upper-body injury in a collision with Montreal Canadiens forward Nick Suzuki.
Coach Spencer Carbery explained the decision to go back to Lindgren, saying, “I think each game is sort of an independent decision…Chuckie had been off for a bit as of the injury and just coming back.For us, as a staff, just felt like LT continuing to play and play in Edmonton [and] was the decision that we went with.”
Thompson excelled during his recent starts,posting a 2.09 goals-against average and .925 save percentage. His performance even earned him NHL First Star of the Week honors after back-to-back shutouts against the Anaheim Ducks and Ottawa Senators.
Lindgren,who carries a 10-8-2 record with a 2.65 goals-against average and .901 save percentage this season, will look to build on his previous success against Seattle.In two prior career starts against the Kraken, he boasts a 2-0 record with a 1.00 goals-against average and .960 save percentage.
Why did Spencer Carbery decide to start Charlie lindgren against the Kraken?
Lindgren returns to Net for Capitals Against Kraken
Charlie lindgren will start in goal for the Washington Capitals against the Seattle Kraken on Thursday night. This marks lindgren’s return to the crease after a five-game stretch where logan Thompson handled starting duties.
Thompson’s notable run, including five consecutive wins and onyl four goals allowed, led to his extended starting role. Lindgren last played on January 10, suffering an upper-body injury in a collision with Montreal Canadiens forward Nick Suzuki.
coach Spencer Carbery explained the decision to go back to Lindgren, saying, “I think each game is sort of an independent decision…Chuckie had been off for a bit as of the injury and just coming back.For us, as a staff, just felt like LT continuing to play and play in Edmonton [and] was the decision that we went with.”
Thompson excelled during his recent starts,posting a 2.09 goals-against average and .925 save percentage. His performance even earned him NHL First Star of the Week honors after back-to-back shutouts against the Anaheim ducks and Ottawa Senators.
Lindgren,who carries a 10-8-2 record with a 2.65 goals-against average and .901 save percentage this season, will look to build on his previous success against Seattle.In two prior career starts against the Kraken, he boasts a 2-0 record with a 1.00 goals-against average and .960 save percentage.
Q&A
Q: Why is Charlie Lindgren starting against the kraken after Logan Thompson’s great run?
A: Coach Carbery views each game as an independent decision. While Thompson was on a hot streak, Lindgren was returning from injury and the coaching staff felt it was time for him to get back into the net.
Q: How has Thompson performed recently?
A: Thompson was amazing, racking up five straight wins, allowing only four goals in that span. His stellar play even earned him NHL First Star of the Week honors!
Q: What about Lindgren’s record against Seattle?
A: Lindgren has a perfect 2-0 record against the Kraken with a 1.00 goals-against average and .960 save percentage. He’ll be looking to continue his success against them.
Will Lindgren pick up where he left off against Seattle, or will Thompson’s recent dominance be too hard to overcome? Tune in Thursday night to find out!
