There are many head-turning moves one can use on a breakaway/penalty shot, but few have the courage to unleash a lethal slap shot. Mikhail Grabovski went with that on Sunday, giving the Washington Capitals a 3-0 lead, as he beat New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist:
It brings to mind some memorable moments, including Evgeni Malkin getting clobbered by Mike Richards, only to score brazenly against the Philadelphia Flyers in a May 9, 2008 playoff game:
So, any issues with a slapper taken so close to an opposing goalie?