In what can only be described as a rare occurrence throughout Cam Ward's tenure as a Carolina Hurricane, there is a legitimate question as to who will be the Hurricanes' starting goalie when opening night comes around in October. Eddie Lack, acquired from the Vancouver Canucks on the second day of the NHL Draft, should rise to the occasion and prove himself to be a worthy competitor for Ward's starting spot during September's training camp.
But while the starting goalie will largely be decided upon based on performance in preseason exhibition games and training camp practices, perhaps there is some way to take a look at recent statistical performances from both goalies and draw conclusions as to who may be the better choice for Bill Peters and his staff.