Bernier allowed four goals on 28 shots in a 4-2 loss to the Red Wings on Saturday. Since returning from a groin injury, Bernier has given up four goals in all three starts, stopping an average of 31 shots per night. The Leafs are in the tail-spin of all tail-spins, a matchup vs. the Flames is an absolute must-win for Bernier and his mates.
Bernier allowed four goals 29 shots in a 4-2 loss to the Flyers last night. He has allowed eight goals on 77 shots (.896 SV%). He obviously gets the nod in arguably the Leafs biggest game of the season. He is 1-0-1 with a 1.64 GAA and .957 SV% vs. Detroit this season.
Bernier allowed four goals on 48 shots in a 5-3 loss to the Blues on Tuesday. It was his first game back from a groin strain, but it doesn't look like James Reimer was the issue as the Leafs are not doing their goalies any favours right now. He will look for a better outing tonight in Philly as the Maple Leafs look to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Bernier is 25-16-7 with a 2.61 GAA and .925 SV% this season. His return could not have come at a better time. The Leafs are sliding in the wrong direction in the Eastern Conference playoff race. Tonight, they have a tough test with Maple Leafs killer Ryan Miller in goal for the Western Conferences best squad.
All morning-skate signs point towards him returning tonight, however head coach Randy Carlyle says that he has not been given the green light from the medical staff. Bernier is 25-16-7 with a 2.61 GAA and .925 SV% this season. His potential return could not have come at a better time. The Leafs are sliding in the wrong direction in the Eastern Conference playoff race. Tonight, they have a tough test with the Blues in town. Keep an eye on who leads the team out for warmups at 6:30 p.m ET.
Here is another sign that Bernier is ready to return from a groin strain that forced him to miss the last five games. We will wait for confirmation from Randy Carlyle. Bernier is 25-16-7 with a 2.61 GAA and .925 SV% this season. His potential return could not have come at a better time. The Leafs are sliding in the wrong direction in the Eastern Conference playoff race. Tonight, they have a tough test with the Blues in town.
Bernier is in the 'starter's crease, taking shots while Reimer and MacIntyre share the other net, it really looks like he will be back tonight vs. the Blues. He has missed the last five games with a groin strain, we await confirmation after the morning skate.
James Reimer is struggling big time with Bernier sidelined, so the Leafs are hoping his return comes sooner rather than later, but it is unknown if he will be back Tuesday vs. St. Louis. Monitor his status during tomorrow's morning skate.
Leafs head coach Randy Carlyle said that Bernier is still dealing with a groin problem and will not play tonight, but did not rule him out for Sunday. James Reimer will start in goal with Bernier out.
Updating an earlier report. Today was the first time that Bernier has taken part in a full practice since suffering a groin strain. It was not believed that he would be able to play in this weekend's back-to-back set, but now he is looking more questionable that doubtful. His status will be determined on Saturday morning.
Bernier has missed the last three games with a groin strain that he suffered on March 13th. Just because he was back at practice, groin injuries, especially for goalies, require a lot of patience. The Leafs are in action on Saturday and Sunday, but don't expect to see Bernier between the pipes just yet. However, this is a great step for the Leafs' number-1.
Bernier will miss his third straight game tonight, but stepping on the ice this morning is a good sign. He remains day-to-day.
A number of goalies have battled groin strains this season, all missed different amounts of time. Groin injuries are very touchy, especially with goalies, so it is hard to pinpoint how long Bernier will be out. Monitor his status on a day-to-day basis.
Bernier was injured in the first period of Thursday's win over the Kings. The Maple Leafs have caught a break with the injury not being serious. However, it will cost him at least one game, James Reimer will start and Drew MacIntyre will serve as his backup.
Bernier had allowed two goals on 10 shots before not returning to the net for the second period. James Reimer came in and closed the door on all 31 shots that he faced to preserve the 3-2 victory for the Leafs. Bernier has been excellent this season, a serious injury would be awful for Toronto. If he does miss a lengthy period of time, that obviously boosts James Reimer's value.
Bernier was excellent stopped 43 of 44 shots in a 3-1 win over the Ducks on Monday. To nobodies surprise, Bernier will get the call tonight vs. the Kings, it will be his first time back in Staples Center since being traded to the Leafs. He is 3-0-1 with a 2.42 GAA and .930 SV% in March. However, LA is one of the NHL's hottest teams right now, so be cautious.
Bernier allowed three goals on 31 shots in a OT win over the Flyers on Saturday. It was his second straight win and 24th of the season. He will be back in goal tonight, but draws a very difficult task as the Leafs get set to face the Ducks in Anaheim. Bernier stopped 23 of 25 shots in a 4-2 win the first time he faced Anaheim.
Bernier allowed two goals on 37 shots in a 3-2 OT win over the Rangers on Wednesday. It was a big win for Bernier who had allowed nine goals in back-to-back losses in his previous two outings. Bernier's Leafs debut came against the Flyers, he allowed one goal on 32 shots in a 3-1 win.
Bernier was given Monday night off, but allowed four goals on 30 shots in a overtime loss to the Canadiens on Saturday. He has allowed nine goals on 65 shots in two starts since the Sochi Olympics. He will go head-to-head with Henrik Lundqvist and could see recently acquired Martin St. Louis if he makes it to New York. Bernier is 0-1-1 with a 3.55 GAA and .920 SV% against New York this season.
Despite surrendering five goals on 35 shots (2 SHG) in a 5-4 OT loss to the Tavares-less Islanders on Thursday, the Maple Leafs will turn to Bernier again on Saturday in a huge divisional clash with the Habs. Bernier did not look comfortable after the long layoff, which might be why head coach Randy Carlyle is going right back to him.
