New York Rangers Goalie Henrik Lundqvist Exposed?

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New York Ranger Goalie Henrik Lundqvist looks great often.

If you look at the scoreboard in the third period, he has often put aside a plethora of shots. However, it seems that a flaw can be drawn from his recent play, including his first period All-Star game performance. 

He is going down too often and too quickly. 

This trend isn't as pronounced during the regular season, because players are often rushed to shoot, unlike in the All-Star Game, when snipers have all the time in the world.

This is something to keep an eye on, as most goals given up by the Ranger superstar net-minder happen to go up high.

Will it be a trend in the second half? 

Goal #1: Gaborik Opens the Scoring

On goal No. 1, Lundqvist has little chance, however his form is off. Goalies are taught never to flop forward like he did. Here, he is faked out of his pants and beaten easily because he gives himself up.

Goal #2: Malkin Roofs It

Here, we see a very familiar Lundqvist stylistic flaw. He sometimes drops to one knee, hoping a puck comes at him low.

It didn't work out this time, as Evgeni Malkin roofed the puck—with plenty of room to spare.

Goal #3: Gaborik Converts Up High Again

Here, Lundqvist commits down low and loses because Gaborik is fed beautifully by Marian Hossa. By the time Gaborik has the puck, he has the whole upper-half of the net to shoot at.