Don Sweeney Is Set To Makes A Massive Move With Jeremy Swayman
As the Boston Bruins continue their impressive start to the season, goaltender Jeremy Swayman has emerged as a key factor in their success alongside Linus Ullmark.
NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman reports that the Bruins are gearing up to sign Swayman to a long-term contract.
With Swayman currently on a one-year deal, set to expire on January 1st, there's a strong push to secure his services for the foreseeable future.
Given his stellar performance, leading the NHL in both goals against (1.69) and save percentage (.944), the Bruins are keen on locking him down for the long haul. At 6-0-1, the 24-year-old goalie's standout play positions him as a crucial part of the team's future, especially considering he is six years younger than Ullmark.
Swayman's recent one-year contract, awarded at $3.475 million in arbitration this summer, may soon be replaced by a more extensive deal, reflecting his growing importance to the Bruins.
Meanwhile, Ullmark, the reigning Vezina Trophy winner at 30 years old, is under contract through next season with a cap hit of $5 million. Ullmark's solid start this season, boasting a 5-1-1 record with a 2.26 GAA and .926 SV%, further underscores the Bruins' goaltending strength.
As the Bruins lead the Atlantic Division with an impressive 11-1-2 record and 24 points, securing Swayman long term could be a strategic move to solidify their goaltending tandem and fortify their position as serious contenders in the league.
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