Goalies, Facial Hair and Heroes –Cagle

No, Deutsch wasn’t discovered by a scout or player. He is a good friend of a former Wild assistant coach and has been used as a fill-in at Minnesota practices. So, when Backstrom couldn’t answer the bell, Deutsch was summoned. He even participated in pregame warmups.

With the crazy holiday airline scenario, and his flight not scheduled to arrive until 6:30 p.m., Hackett was almost certain to miss the start. Cue “Vesti La Giubba” as Hackett arrives just minutes before the 7 p.m. puck drop. Deutsch was scratched from the game.