Regardless of his ability, it takes a different mentality to play every day. Success in spot situations will not necessarily translate into consistent performances.
"Oliver just needs to get in there and play and knowing there's no J.R. Prestifilippo staring over his shoulder," Mazzoleni explains.
Mazzoleni's reliance upon his goalies this year may be further pressed by the state of his defensive core. Entering the season with just five healthy defensemen, with only two returning from last season, opponents will undoubtedly test the senior goaltender.
However, Jonas seems optimistic about the defensive corps in front of him.
"They may not have too much experience, aside from Pete [Capouch] and Tim [Stay], but they are very skilled and very talented," Jonas asserts. "I'm expecting them to play very well, very soon. I figure that won't happen right away, but I think we have a very talented core of defensemen."
Jonas also points out his confidence in the forwards' defensive instincts.
"What's underrated is the way the forwards play defense, and I think our forwards also play very good defense."
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