During a hockey game, goalie Ilya Samsonov made a crucial save, preventing a potential goal. Despite being down 5-0, coach Sheldon Keefe and goalie coach Curtis Sanford opted to keep Samsonov in the game, leading to a comeback. Keefe expressed gratitude for Sanford's advice, emphasizing Samsonov's role in the team's turnaround. The decision raised questions about Samsonov's confidence following the comeback OT loss.
"I'm glad that was his advice." #Leafs goalie coach Curtis Sanford talked Sheldon Keefe out of pulling Ilya Samsonov after down 5-0. The question is, was the comeback OT loss enough to help Samsonov reclaim any confidence? β©οΈ https://t.co/JnKuGBPaVg
Keefe was "very" tempted to pull Samsonov. "Just get through the second and talk about it. Curtis (Sanford) felt strongly that Sammy should stay in & fight & battle with the team. I'm glad that was his advice because I like the fact that Sammy was a part of that comeback." #Leafs
#Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe said he was "very " tempted to make goaltending change in 2nd. Between periods goalie coach Curtis Sanford "felt strongly Sammy should stay in and battle with his teammates. Glad that was his advice. Glad that was the decision that was made."
Keefe said goalie coach Curtis Sanford felt strongly for Samsonov to stay in the game and was happy he got to be part the comeback.
Big save by Samsonov on Marchenko to deny what would have been a wow! tic-tac-toe goal.