Dube proves his valuable moves with Sunday’s dazzling shootout winner

For someone eagerly awaiting his first career shootout opportunity, seven rounds must have felt like an eternity for Dillon Dube on Sunday night in the Flames’ eventual 5-4 win against the Minnesota Wild. Patience paid off though when he received the nod, coasted to centre ice and proceeded to beam a breathtaking backhand over Alex Stalock’s shoulder.

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The cross-body backhand is so simple, so clean, but so effective. Rarer than it should be, this snapshot backhand finish simply seems to be the bane for any goalie driven deep into his crease. Dube showcases some excellent deception as he glides towards Stalock there, keeping his toes…