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Coyotes turn to Dubnyk as Smith struggles to find his game

Joe Camporeale / USA TODAY Sports

Mike Smith will sit out Tuesday night's game against the Nashville Predators in order to figure out what's got him off his game to start the new season.

Dubnyk made one start for the Coyotes, stopping 24 of 26 shots in a 3-2 overtime win over the defending Stanley Cup champion Los Angeles Kings. Meanwhile, Smith allowed 16 goals on 90 shots through three games, good for a save percentage of .822.

Smith shouldered the blame for his performance, and may find himself benched more often than not if he can't turn things around soon.

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