IMO Grubauer should be traded for draft picks, any/all of which should be used to draft goalies. Sign Varly for a couple years, re-sign Francz for another 1-2 years, roll with them 1-2. I have more faith in Varly’s groin / hip than I do in Grubauer.
I fully believe Francouz was promised starting as many AHL games as he wanted, but told that would be his primary role year 1. After, he would have either played himself into a role with the big club, or worst case, showcased himself to other AHL / NHL teams.
Edit - I also hope Martin is gone, and a prospect that has NHL potential, or even a remote chance of becoming an NHL goaler, can take his spot
As for Makar, whether NHL or AHL, or a mix of both, I’m just looking forward to seeing him play at the next level, and am very glad he has continued to progress at UMass.