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L​inus Ullmark is the InGoal Magazine pick to win the Vezina Trophy after a remarkable season with the Boston Bruins, a debate we broke down in detail with help from Clear Sight Analytics in an article last month. But Ullmark was already a favourite here at Pro Reads thanks to his insights into both save selections and how adding “recoil” improved his play this season. With the NHL Awards later this month, we figured it was a good time to go back to him for more.

THE SEQUENCE

Ullmark is facing a solo rush against the St. Louis Blues in this latest video breakdown, with skilled forward Robert Thomas trying to drive wide on Bruins defenseman Connor Clifton:

It’s not the best angle for a freeze frame but it’s the best we had from the replays, so based on that, what are the key pieces of information you look for when reading this play?

What types of attacks are you preparing for from here, and how?

Are you thinking shot, breakaway or wraparound?

Any thoughts on Ullmark’s positioning?

THE SAVE

Speed is obviously crucial to reading a play like this, so watch it and ask the same questions.

What do you think of Ullmark’s decision for use a Reverse, his preparation and execution?

THE PRO READ

Let’s hear how Ullmark approached this 1-on-1 rush chance with Thomas:

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