The Detroit Red Wings lost to the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1 in Game 1 on Wednesday. Despite the lopsided score, Jimmy Howard had a fantastic night, keeping what looked like an out-matched Red Wings team in the game despite a serious shot disparity.
His save on Dave Bolland’s breakaway is probably the best testimony to his great performance … or at least more fun to soak in than boring old stats:
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