Krueger Finding his Way
The following article featuring former Cornell standout Justin Krueger appeared January 3 on the Charlotte Checkers Web site.
By Paul Branecky
When it comes to the shootout, the Checkers have a new and unlikely hero.
Defenseman Justin Krueger, who after not scoring a conventional goal all season was something of a shock addition to the shootout lineup in December, has now made good on both of his chances. He’s the only player on the roster and the only defenseman in the AHL that has a perfect record in multiple attempts, having helped the Checkers to two shootout wins in their last four games.
One wouldn’t know it from his reaction upon getting the call for the first time against Oklahoma City on Dec. 18 or from his finish, a forehand-to-backhand deke that any of the team’s more recognized offensive players would be proud of, but he was just surprised as anyone else to suddenly become part of the rotation.
Complete article can be accessed via the Checkers Web site by clicking here.
