Craig Anderson, the oldest player in the NHL, spoke on InGoal Radio about how he has adapted his game as goaltending has evolved around him. He emphasized the value of being unpredictable with shooters and detailed his working relationship with Buffalo Sabres teammate Eric Comrie. The episode also covers Anchor Pegs, a gear solution for goalies frustrated by poor rink pegs.
- Craig Anderson credits unpredictability with shooters as a key factor in his longevity as the NHL's oldest active player.
- Anderson discusses his personal evolution as a goaltender and how he has adapted his game as the sport has changed around him.
- Working alongside Eric Comrie has been a notable part of Anderson's experience with the Buffalo Sabres.
- Anchor Pegs offer goalies a practical replacement for the poor-quality pegs found in most rinks that interfere with modern goaltending technique.
- Kevin Woodley travels with two sets of Anchor Pegs to every game, highlighting how essential consistent equipment setup is for goalie performance.
Episode 192 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Craig Anderson of the Buffalo Sabres plus a look at Anchor Pegs and why Woody never leaves home without them.
Feature Interview
presented by NHL Sense ArenaIn the feature interview, presented by Sense Arena, Anderson, currently the oldest player in the NHL talks about his personal evolution as the game has changed around him, the value in being unpredictable with shooters, working with Eric Comrie and much more.
Weekly Gear Segment
presented by The Hockey Shop Source for SportsAll that, plus our weekly plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at Anchor Pegs – a great solution for those terrible pegs found in most rinks that prevent goalies from playing the way the game is now taught. And yes, our own Kevin Woodley packs two sets to every game and explains why you might want to consider it yourself.
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