But that was before Shayne Gostisbehere, the beloved "Ghost," came on the scene with the Flyers. It's high time to change the definition.
For Flyers fans, ghosting means a player who:
sets a record point streak by an NHL rookie defenseman
scores only tying or game winning goals
displays true talent by reading and making plays in a thrilling fashion
elevates and energizes the game of his teammates.
Usage: "Did you see that play at the blue line? He's ghosting again."
By all accounts, the Flyers' game winning overtime goal last night never should have happened. With 13 seconds left before a death sentence shootout, Ghost broke up a potential 2-on-1 rush by the Jets. With a move that can only be described as magical, he connected with Giroux, who buried the puck.
It was one of the best hockey plays I've ever seen. I can't remember the last time the Flyers had a player whose presence on the ice inspired so much confidence, or brought such excitement and joy to the game.
Ghost is something special. The book isn't yet closed on this season, but no matter what happens, he's surely the star of the story.
Image via phillyphaithful.com
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