It is a common saying, universally used. “It is not how you start, it’s how you finish,” is stated in all sorts of situations. From a marathon to how one plans for retirement. The statement is useful. However, for the Nashville Predators, the phrase should be “How Rinne starts is how we will finish.”
The offense and defense for the Predators are viable threats. There is little concern over how many of the players will perform throughout the season. The one thing you commonly hear though is Pekka Rinne is streaky. If the Predators want to make a strong play for the Central Division, Rinne must start the season strong.