By David Clark
Since Game 1, Jack Campbell has shown us 3 games worth of spectacular saves. On Saturday,
Game 2 at Tullio Arena, Jack held us in there for two overtime periods to squeak out a win. This is to be expected coming from a player who backstopped for the U.S. World Juniors twice, winning gold in 2009/2010 and then a bronze in this year’s tournament. Campbell is a first round selection of the Dallas Stars, 12th overall in 2010. Just recently, he signed a 3 year entry level contract with them.
Coach Bob Jones remarked about Game three, “It was a strong game from Jack.” On the other side, Sadikov surrendered six goals in the game, opening the door with 3 in the 3rd in a matter of 62 seconds. A far cry from the outstanding performance he exhibited in each of the previous games.
“The guys came out in the third period to win,” says Campbell. “We wanted to go out there to take it to them!” “It’s great to get recognition but I came to help the team win.” Campbell managed to impress in Game 3 by offering a GAA @ 2.00 and a S% @ .938. He came up with 30 saves.
The 3 quick goals in the third and Campbell’s exceptional play have a way of instilling confidence in the team from Campbell to Kassian. According to Campbell, “the win gives us a lot of momentum going into Game 4.”
Jack Campbell seems to stand up during the playoffs. He thrives in big games. “Both goalies are focused,” exclaims Jones “Your best players need to be the best players in big games. Campbell answered the call in every game so far.
