It was a perfect game to slot Lindgren in for his second start in the big leagues, and the rookie netminder took full advantage of the opportunity. His rebound control could use a bit of work, but overall he was solid on the night, and turned aside every shot, save for one where he was knocked off balance just before it was taken.
It was likely a nervous situation for the St. John’s IceCaps starter, leaving behind a minor-league playoff race to go between the pipes for a game with an NHL division title on the line. He wasn’t fazed by the magnitude of the occasion, and earned second-star honours while Carey Price watched from the bench.