Former NHL goaltender and Buffalo Sabres TV analyst Martin Biron recently discussed the possibility of offer sheets for two goaltenders, including Boston Bruins' netminder Jeremy Swayman. Biron mentioned that both Swayman and Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson are set to become restricted free agents.
Swayman, a 24-year-old from Alaska, is entering the final year of his entry-level contract. Contract projection websites estimate a potential range of $3 million to $4 million per season for a bridge contract to retain the promising young goaltender.
With Boston facing salary cap constraints for the upcoming season, Biron suggests that any team in need of goaltending could make an offer to Swayman. Rumors circulate that the Bruins may move Linus Ullmark to free up cap space before the NHL Entry Draft.
Biron speculates that Swayman could receive an offer sheet worth up to $6 million for one season, tempting him to leave the Bruins for a more lucrative deal. If Boston opts not to match the offer, Biron believes the team could secure a first-round draft pick and a third-round pick as compensation.
Swayman boasts an impressive record in his 88 NHL regular season games, with a 54-23-7 record and a 2.24 goals-against average. As the draft and free agency approach, Biron suggests the Bruins may feel pressured to negotiate a deal with Swayman before an offer sheet is presented.
