Petr Mrazek and not Howard will start Game 3 of Detroit's opening-round series against Tampa Bay, according to the Associated Press.

Petr Mrazek and not Howard will start Game 3 of Detroit's opening-round series Tuesday against Tampa Bay, according to the Associated Press.

Analysis:

He made 11 saves and allowed just a single goal in a period of relief Saturday in Game 2, but coach Mike Babcock doesn't trust the scuffling twinetender enough to start him back at home.