Smith surprised to start in Lightning defeat
China Daily | Updated: 2011-05-25 07:51
Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Mike Smith reacts to a goal by Boston Bruins right wing Nathan Horton (not seen) during the second period in Game 5 of their NHL Eastern Conference finals in Boston, Massachusetts, on Monday. The Bruins won 3-1 and lead the series 3-2. Brian Snyder / Reuters |
BOSTON, Massachusetts - Mike Smith went to bed thinking he'd be in his usual backup spot as Tampa Bay's goalie. Less than 24 hours later, he stood in the Lightning's net when the puck dropped to start Game 5 of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
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