Mental demeanor critical for Annunen's growth
Back-up netminder Justus Annunen is developing every part of his game.
Justus Annunen has been coiled and ready to strike ever since he was traded to the Nashville Predators.
In nine appearances with Nashville, he’s 6-2 with a 2.65 goals against average and boasts a save percentage of .914.
Head coach Andrew Brunette has been pleased with his backup's play in the last few weeks while Saros has been in a rough patch.
“I think he’s been pretty calm. We’ve put him in some positions where [Saros] got pulled and he did an excellent job,” Brunette said.
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