Bruce Cassidy, coach of the Golden Knights, has confirmed that Adin Hill will start as goaltender in Game 5 of the postseason tonight, replacing Logan Thompson. Cassidy cited Hill's playoff experience as a decisive factor in making the change. Despite Thompson's satisfactory performance, helping the team reach a 2-2 tie in the series, Hill's familiarity with high-stakes games was deemed crucial for this pivotal match.
Do you agree with the decision to start Adin Hill over Logan Thompson tonight is Game 5?
The Golden Knights will make a change in net, starting Adin Hill over Logan Thompson, coach Bruce Cassidy told reporters today. https://t.co/Qn0mPXstrI
Bruce Cassidy confirms Adin Hill is in. Said Thompson played well and got the team in a good spot, but ultimately the decision came down to Hill’s playoff experience. He said Hill has been here before and that played a role.
Bruce Cassidy confirms Adin Hill will be in-net making his first start of the postseason tonight in Game 5. “I thought Logan has played well. It’s 2-2 and he’s done his part. Adin has been through this. He’s an experienced guy who’s gone through this before.” @KTNV | #VegasBorn
Bruce Cassidy confirms Adin Hill will start Game 5: “Adin has been through this, experienced guy who has been in this position before.” Went on to say Logan did his job getting us to this point #VegasBorn