Worcester won the first two postseason games the franchises ever played, so Providence has won seven of the last eight Calder Cup games between the teams. It would not be quite fair to say the play of Matt Walker has been a surprise to date in the playoffs. Walker had a strong regular season, but playoff time can be tough on rookie defensemen. Not so far for Walker, who had a great series vs. Lowell. He has a very high level of confidence, and it's something he's developed on his own.
Points are usually what draws attention to a minor leaguer.
While that was not Walker's game this year, it will happen, according to Granato. He handles the puck well at the point. He finds the seams. He doesn't hit shin pads. Rudkowsky is activated The IceCats activated Cody Rudkowsky before the game and he was in uniform for the first time since March 4.