There is no real reason to just assume that Dustin Wolf is going to suffer from a sophomore slump. Article content

Wolf’s performances in the crease for the Calgary Flames throughout the 2024-25 season not only earned him a Calder Trophy nomination , they were also a major factor in the Flames staying in the playoff fight right until the very end. Article content Article content

If Wolf can avoid any regression, it will at least give the Flames a shot next season.

Can he, though? The sophomore slump is infamous in every sport and the idea that players in their second year often take a step back is almost accepted as fact.

Is it true for goalies, though?

If we look at the three most recent goaltenders who earned Calder Trophy nominations, it’s hard to come up with any real cons

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