Robin Lehner's turnaround has garnered a lot of attention around the NHL this season - and rightfully so. Thomas Greiss' spectacular season has flown a little more under the radar, but on Monday, Greiss was in the NHL spotlight, earning first star of the week honors.
"I'm happy about it, but it's more of a team thing," Greiss said. "The guys have played really well in the last couple of weeks, so it's a great team honor and I'm happy I got it."
The Islanders goaltender posted a 3-1-0 record with a .959SV%, a 1.25 GAA and a shutout throughout those four games. During that stretch, the German netminder led the NHL in wins (3), shots faced (121) and saves (116).
After posting a 3.82 GAA and .892 SV% last season, Greiss is fourth in the NHL with a 2.21 GAA and a .928 SV%, along with a career-high five shutouts.
"It's well deserved," captain Anders Lee said of Greiss' star honor. "Both of our goalies have gotten some well-deserved recognition and now it's Greisser's turn. He's the reason we had a great week. Those two guys have done a great job carrying us."