Player Discussion All Purpose Goaltending Thread

[Jacob582]

You mean Donny lied to us from the lectern?

Given his strong relationship with Ian Clark, I believe that Demko wants to stay in Vancouver.

If their relationship is that strong it will survive a long distance relationship.

 

[TehDoak]

You mean Donny lied to us from the lectern?

He never said he'd be comfortable in goal. Maybe they all go to bar trivia and UPL/Levi are unstoppable.

 

[Jim Bob]

 

[joshjull]

 

[Jim Bob]

If their relationship is that strong it will survive a long distance relationship.

Ian Clark is his goalie coach in Vancouver and Demko fought to get him a new contract when his last one expired. I have a feeling that Demko would rather not have to start working with a different goalie coach if he can avoid it given how much he respects Clark and how well they have worked together.

 

[Jim Bob]

That is where I am at right now.

 

[Jacob582]

Mike Bales is staying.

 

[Zman5778]

Why wouldn't the Bruins move on from Swayman?

Because he's likely to sign a bridge deal that's going to be cheaper than anyone thinks? Because him and Ullmark legitmately love each other?


And no, an offer sheet is NOT realistic.

 

[Jacob582]

What Adams doesn't say about Levi is telling. He's not saying the same as what he used with UPL during his development. He's not saying Levi needs to play lots of games next year whether that's in Rochester or Buffalo.

 

[joshjull]

 

[TehDoak]

 

[Zman5778]

Did you expect them to say "We weren't happy with UPL and Comrie and are looking to move on"??

 

[TehDoak]

Did you expect them to say "We weren't happy with UPL and Comrie and are looking to move on"??

I'd be happy with a safe generic "We're always looking to improve, whether that is from player development or external additions"

 

[Zman5778]

I'd be happy with a safe generic "We're always looking to improve, whether that is from player development or external additions"

Dunno about Adams, but I'm pretty sure DG just kind of assumes that to be true and has the notion that it doesn't need to be said.

 

[Zman5778]

I'd be happy with a safe generic "We're always looking to improve, whether that is from player development or external additions"

Well there ya go. Adams just said it nearly word for word.

 

[Doug Prishpreed]

Why are they only talking about UPL and not Comrie? Is it just assumed he's gone already?

 

[FromChaos22]

Why are they only talking about UPL and not Comrie? Is it just assumed he's gone already?

Was just going to say the same thing...

 

[Dingo44]

Quick is probably going to retire. I'd rule him out.

 

[Fezzy126]

Why wouldn't the Bruins move on from Swayman?

Bussi just had a solid AHL season.

The Bruins have 10M in cap space to sign Swayman and 6 forwards. Ullmark has a full NMC.

The market for him is probably a late 1st. They've gutted all their draft capital. Lots of teams out west (Chicago and San Jose) need a goalie and have extra late 1st rounders.

As much as I'd like to see Buffalo get him, Boston probably doesn't want him in the division. An offersheet is a fine alternative, however. My guess is he's moved at the draft along with a cap dump (Reilly) for a late 1st.

Source: DeBrusk And Swayman ‘Off-Limits’ In Trade Talks

According to that same source, NHL trade chatter amongst pro scouts and management had the Coyotes asking for either Bruins winger Jake DeBrusk or goalie Jeremy Swayman, a 2023 first round pick, 2024 third round pick, and one of their top prospects in forward Fabian Lysell (Providence Bruins), or defenseman Mason Lohrei (Ohio State). The Bruins gave an emphatic no to DeBrusk and Swayman being involved in any trade not just for Chychrun but with any NHL team.


“I’m told for now, both guys are off limits in any trade talks when it comes to the Bruins,” the source told BHN recently.

As for Jeremy Swayman, after a so-so start, the second-year goalie has been the NHL’s best statistically over the last two months. Since December 17, the 24-year-old goalie, who is set to become a restricted free agent on July 1, ranks first in GAA (1.81), save percentage (.937%), and in high-danger save percentage (.899%). While his 29-year-old goaltending partner Linus Ullmark is a front-runner for the Vezina Trophy and is signed for two more seasons after this ($5M AAV), it appears the Bruins are in no hurry to use Swayman as a trade asset and break up arguably the best goaltending tandem in the NHL.

Ullmark has been fantastic this year, but he has struggled with injuries in the past and this is his first year of elite level production. Swayman was their #1 goalie just last postseason. I don't think they move on from Swayman yet.

Until offer sheets occur more often I don't really waste time discussing them.

 

[TehDoak]

Well there ya go. Adams just said it nearly word for word.

Wasn't that with regards to the defense or roster in general? When asked about goalies specifically he didn't even hint at the idea of an external add like he did with the defense.

Source: DeBrusk And Swayman ‘Off-Limits’ In Trade Talks






Ullmark has been fantastic this year, but he has struggled with injuries in the past and this is his first year of elite level production. Swayman was their #1 goalie just last postseason. I don't think they move on from Swayman yet.

Until offer sheets occur more often I don't really waste time discussing them.

I mean, them being off limits in season is different than them being off limits once the season is over. Boston is all in on this year. This summer is going to be a different story.

And you're right, offersheet is a pie in the sky idea, however, in this specific situation, it's one we should explore. How often do you get a chance to improve your team and knee cap your division rival in one move?

 

[ValJamesDuex]

dlt

 

[jcbeze]

I can't believe not a single reporter asked Kevyn if he was comfortable with a 3 goalie rotation next year. I didn't hear all of Granato's presser but I imagine no one asked him either?


yikes

 

[Jim Bob]

Trade him to Buffalo and we can have short goalie summer!

 

[NotABadPeriod]

Wonder what Carolina does. I imagine Kochetkov gets the promotion to the NHL, so one of Raanta/Andersen should be available (both UFA). Either would be a good target for what the Sabres are looking for.

 

[FromChaos22]

Wonder what Carolina does. I imagine Kochetkov gets the promotion to the NHL, so one of Raanta/Andersen should be available (both UFA). Either would be a good target for what the Sabres are looking for.

Yes, one of them will def be avaliable with Kochetkov on solid deal and at least good enough to play 30 games. Raanta has played well, but he's hurt quite often...Anderson will still get a decently expensive 3 year deal somewhere I imagine.