Arizona Coyotes Goaltenders Dominate California Road-Trip

The Arizona Coyotes defeated both the Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings in back-to-back road games for the first time in franchise history earlier this week.

Nov 5, 2015; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Coyotes goalie Mike Smith (41) watches the puck during the second period against the Colorado Avalanche at Gila River Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

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It has been a great week to be an Arizona Coyotes fan. After a disappointing loss to the New York Rangers at home last Saturday, the Coyotes began to regroup for a California road-trip. Their NHL schedule has been tough for the team so far this season. The Arizona Coyotes kicked off their week of action with their fourth back-to-back game of the season.

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To make matters worse, these back-to-back games would be on the road against the Anaheim Ducks and the Los Angeles Kings. These two divisional rivals had the home crowd on their side, and were well-rested to take on the Arizona Coyotes. Fans of the Desert Dogs were hoping for at least one point going into this tough two game stretch.

Dave Tippett made a strong move by starting Anders Lindback for the first game of this series. In the prior game against the New York Rangers, Mike Smith would eventually be pulled midway through after giving up three goals on 17 shots. It seemed to be the right decision to start the back-up goaltender against the Anaheim Ducks.

Howlin’ Hockey breaks down the goaltending performance of the Arizona Coyotes during their back-to-back road games in California.

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