Player Discussion Jeremy Swayman: VII - agreed to 8 x 8.25 aav

[Hookslide]

I don’t think he’s worth that contract at this point in his career but they are way better off with him than without him.

I never said he was not a good goaltender, he is, but now they have other holes, like RW, goal scoring, and future replacement for Marchand. So now to fix those holes they will need to move another position and weaken that but now we have a 66-million-dollar goaltender, which brings the grand total for goal tending on this team to over 11 million dollars............I am so f***n enthused.

 

[DiggityDog]

Happy it’s finally done.

Also annoyed at their terms and value, as it seems like an agreement that could’ve been done months ago.

 

[PB37]

The best possible outcome for both sides. Now they can put this behind them and the season can start without distraction for the team. Good job nailing this down finally. Welcome back Swayman!

 

[Mad-Marcus]

I have like 5 guys texting me constantly saying how much we suck for "giving in"...and they are Leaf fans!! lol

They're just jealous that, once again, we have a goalie (that inside their heads) and they don't!

 

[Hookslide]

Everyone gets less than asking. It's how negotiation works.

*Dropping by

And some get the deal they should not have.

 

[JEM28]

I know and agree.

Even that though...I don't think this was well played by the Bruins. Leaving $8.5M in cap space doesn't really leave you in a strong sport to say we can't go above $7.75M, trading Ullmark didn't help the negotiating position and it sounds like arbitration stung a bit too.

Yet they got him within their cap structure, added Lindholm and toughness and arguably are a better built playoff team than last year.

What a f* up by the front office.

 

[goldenblack]

I'm dying at the replies. But expected...

 

[DKH]

So how much of this was coordinated marketing scheme between bruins Swayman NhL news outlets etc.? I’m going with 99% certainty.

the amount of sunlight in the garage tells me that’s late summer sunlight ~ mid September

we been had

Interesting Swayman video was sponsored by LL Bean and Audi of New England

 

[Kate08]

Weird way to get out of preseason, but welcome back Sway

 

[DKH]

How else can the relationship be repaired? /sarcasm

November player of the month

 

[Dennis Bonvie]

Cam called Harry in Florida. Harry told Cam what to say at the press conference. End result, a deal.

I'm happy about this. That's what counts, right?

On to actual hockey.

 

[Bridges31]

I’d love to be a fly on the wall during this final negotiation. I wonder if Swayman caved and lowered his ask against Gross’ advice or if they were on the same page.

 

[Shroud of Orrin]

Zadorov, Lindholm and Sway in one offseason is well over a 500ft. home run. We shouldn't forget that. Be grateful and everything works out.

 

[goldenblack]

It's February. After a 3/2 split on games all year, KORPI is the better goalie and takes the #1 job.

Lol imagine this board? We would not survive. Mods would need raises (from $0).

 

[PB37]

Cam called Harry in Florida. Harry told Cam what to say at the press conference. End result, a deal.

I'm happy about this. That's what counts, right?

On to actual hockey.

It looks like the Neely comments helped grease the wheels to finally get this done.

 

[Bodit9]

It's February. After a 3/2 split on games all year, KORPI is the better goalie and takes the #1 job.

Lol imagine this board? We would not survive. Mods would need raises (from $0).

I also had the thought that Korpi steals the job. Hey, you never know!

 

[Hookslide]

I’d love to be a fly on the wall during this final negotiation. I wonder if Swayman caved and lowered his ask against Gross’ advice or if they were on the same page.

The one who caved is Sweeney, if true that he was offered 6.25 million, how do increase that by 2 million, what changed there was no games being played, oh! I forgot he is taking business classes, Sweeney feared that.

 

[Bridges31]

The one who caved is Sweeney, if true that he was offered 6.25 million, how do increase that by 2 million, what changed there was no games being played, oh! I forgot he is taking business classes, Sweeney feared that.

I believe the 6.25 number rumored was a bridge deal around 3-4 years from what I’ve read around here. Who knows if it’s true though.

I have no doubt they did offer 8x8 at one point.

 

[Gee Wally]

It's February. After a 3/2 split on games all year, KORPI is the better goalie and takes the #1 job.

Lol imagine this board? We would not survive. Mods would need raises (from $0).

Im holding out for Dental

 

[Mad-Marcus]

I'm dying at the replies. But expected...

Talk about lack of self awareness.

 

[DominicT]

Hey Dom....do you see a lot of paper transactions this year for cap space purposes?
Thanks

Yup.

 

[Mick Riddleton]

Im holding out for Dental

And a few extra Chiropractic visits paid.

 

[Ladyfan]

It’s not over until Neely makes a public apology.

He has no reason to.

Everyone gets less than asking. It's how negotiation works.

*Dropping by

Why don't you drop OUT

 

[BigBadBruins7708]

In the end we're where we expected to be. Basically 8 a year.

It's good value on day 1 for both sides and will become a better value for the Bruins over time

 

[Bruinator]

There. That was easy. Now lets play hockey.