With the Stanley Cup Playoffs fully underway, we were reminded that we still have a couple Pro Reads left to unveil with Braden Holtby, one of three Cup winners we’ve featured.

Holtby may have retired from the NHL ahead of this season but it would be silly to waste any insights from our lengthy in-person video session during the Vezina Trophy-winner.

THE SCENARIO

After more of a straight-on breakaway last time, Holtby is facing a potential 2-on-0 against the Columbus Blue Jackets this time, with Patrik Laine cutting in on more of an angle:

What do you make of Holtby being almost outside that short-side post?

Are you thinking pass, shot or deke at this point? Why?

THE SAVE

Of course, speed matters on a chance like this, so look at the entire sequence:

THE PRO READ

Now let’s listen in on Holtby’s keys to managing this 2-on-0.

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