Looking at next seasons Goaltending

[FlyerFire]

Im not sure reading Phila Inquirer that they know what the Flyers are gonna do. And perhaps I don't either but here's a stab at a solution. Let Emery go.I know he has been a warrior and all but his hips are just not holding up.Once Mason is healthy presumably by seasons start he's obviously #1. I would make Zepp #2 and give Stolarz some looks in case Zepp doesnt seem ready or if that time comes and Stolarz is not ready sign a back up

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[Tankadelphia]

Even if they give Zepp a shot as backup they will still probably sign someone who can split AHL duties with Stolarz/backup when zepp or mason are injured

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

Stolarz should take over the job fully next year in Lehigh Valley. Oullette could be a guy to bring back to back him up. Stolarz could get some injury callups next year if he plays well but he'll primarily be the starting goalie in Lehigh Valley for the full year. The following year (2016-2017) will be Mason's final year in his contract so hopefully Stolarz can be the backup then but that's the best case scenario for Stolarz right now.

I would take Zepp over Emery but that's not saying much. I would bring back Zepp to be the backup as a last resort for next year.

 

[tymed]

I hope we go for someone better than Zepp behind Mase, although I wouldn't be surprised or overly disappointed. I don't see how our defence gets much better by next year and this team sheds points without Mase in the crease.

 

[CodyTheHuman]

I would look at one of the upcoming FA goalies to backup Mason. There's a few decent back-ups going to FA.
http://www.mynhltraderumors.com/2014/11/25/2015-nhl-free-agents-unrestricted-goaltenders/

 

[Rebels57]

I have no problem with giving Zepp a go on a 1 year deal. I expect the team defense and the personel on defense to better next season and support the goaltending more. Zepp has made the saves he should make aside from that seeing eye shot, and a lot of saves he shouldnt make.

 

[FLYguy3911]

I have no problem with giving Zepp a go on a 1 year deal. I expect the team defense and the personel on defense to better next season and support the goaltending more. Zepp has made the saves he should make aside from that seeing eye shot, and a lot of saves he shouldnt make.

...and a lot of juicy rebounds.

I find it hard to believe Hextall would sign him to be the primary backup without seeing him perform in the NHL for an extended period.

 

[Cootsfanclub]

I would look at one of the upcoming FA goalies to backup Mason. There's a few decent back-ups going to FA.
http://www.mynhltraderumors.com/2014/11/25/2015-nhl-free-agents-unrestricted-goaltenders/

I like Neuvirth and I'd roll the dice on Harding but I have a suspicion Flyers are going to re-sign Emery. This is the Flyers after all.

Edit: Talbot has been extended since that article, he would have been my #1 target.

 

[GKJ]

If the Penguins let Greiss walk, he should be the guy. Zepp is a fine 3rd goalie.

 

[RJ8812*]

I don't know why people are sold on Zepp. Hes looked ok. I would much prefer a more seasoned nhl back up while Zepp and Stolarz split time in the A next year. Stolarz is still at least another 2 years away. There's no need to rush him

 

[Beef Invictus]

Zepp is a good third goalie, but I'm not sure id like him as a backup.

Emery needed replacing last year, he still needs replacing.

 

[onlylordsvsmorebp]

I would look at one of the upcoming FA goalies to backup Mason. There's a few decent back-ups going to FA.
http://www.mynhltraderumors.com/2014/11/25/2015-nhl-free-agents-unrestricted-goaltenders/

just checked out the list and i see lots of goalies i would take over emery/zepp but how much money would flyers shell out and/or cap space do we have? iknow they would go at least 1 mill but how high would they go?

god id take dubnyk at 800k over emery/zepp anyday of the week! id take cam talbot over both too!

cant think of any goalies stock dropping faster than lindbacks... would take him over emery/zepp just because of how good ive seen him play previously and his insane size, he had a great goalie coach in nashville in mitch korn who had him playing really well. its gotta be a huge confidence issue right now. if he could get his **** back together he would be a massive steal.

 

[SolidSnakeUS]

If the Penguins let Greiss walk, he should be the guy. Zepp is a fine 3rd goalie.

Greiss would be a great goalie as a back up. Let Stolarz go full time next season, maybe bring him up if Mason/Greiss goes down.

 

[Anthems]

Zepp has played like, what, 5 games? Behind one of the worst defense in the entire league? You're all judging him as if he's been in the league for a couple years already. Give Zepp a chance to get settled in a bit here. He's been thrown into a pretty bad situation on this team.

 

[bennysflyers16]

Zepp on 1 year 600 K. No need to blow 1 mill plus on the back up, especially a horrible one like Emery

 

[Sombastate]

Dubnyk reminds me of Mason a bit.

Pedigree, consistency issues, and was put on a dumpster fire team.

I'd like him as our back up

 

[GKJ]

He's another guy too. I wanted him last year too.

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

Zepp has played like, what, 5 games? Behind one of the worst defense in the entire league? You're all judging him as if he's been in the league for a couple years already. Give Zepp a chance to get settled in a bit here. He's been thrown into a pretty bad situation on this team.

He's 33 & spent the majority of his career in Europe. How much leeway are we supposed to give the guy?

 

[RJ8812*]

Zepp has played like, what, 5 games? Behind one of the worst defense in the entire league? You're all judging him as if he's been in the league for a couple years already. Give Zepp a chance to get settled in a bit here. He's been thrown into a pretty bad situation on this team.

there's a reason why he's a 33 year old NHL rookie who spent the majority of his career in Europe

 

[GKJ]

I don't think you can dismiss Zepp on that basis. He still needs to be evaluated properly.

 

[Cyborg LeClair]

I wouldn't mind Greiss, Lindback, or Budaj as a backup. Zepp is a good 3rd goalie. Maybe let Stolarz get more starts over him next season in the Ahl. Or let Zepp walk and roll with Stolarz and Ouellette for the Phantoms. I like what I've seen from Ouellette.

 

[BringBackHakstol]

Just move on from Emery. There are upgrades out there to him that shouldn't break the bank

Stolarz primary starter in LV next season, as well

 

[Fire Tortorella]

Wouldn't mind bringing in someone to compete with Zepp for the back up job. If you can get someone like Griess, obviously the position is his to lose, but someone like Dubnyk or Lindback might rebound with some competition for the job.

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

I really don't think Dubnyk will be an option. Minny will probably bring him back as a starter or at least have split the crease with someone else in my opinion.

 

[DeflatedFootball7]

Getting sick of the whole "Zepp played in Europe" angle.

Why do fans and writers keep bringing this up? We know.

If he's a cheap option for backup next year I would do it. Spend other money elsewhere.