Speculation: Backup Goaltender

[Dion TheFluff]

Its pretty clear that the leafs need some more stability in net with how poor Freddie has played lately and Hutchison being Hutchison.

With Georgiev being linked to the Leafs it would make sense to inquire on him but apparently the cost would be one of our young top 9 forwards to acquire him.

so the question is, would you be willing to trade 1 of Kapanen, Johnsson, or Kerfoot to acquire Georgiev and if so which one?

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[ToemassCabriolet]

23 year old goalies with upside that are ready to contribute now are a premium in my book. Unfortunate to say, but I'd trade any one of these guys for him.

 

[ToneDog]

23 year old goalies with upside that are ready to contribute now are a premium in my book. Unfortunate to say, but I'd trade any one of these guys for him.

Am not trading a sure thing like Kapanan for a backup with upside. I might do it for AJ if I cannot find a cheaper option. Unfortunately Bracco is not getting it done.

 

[TheKingSlayer]

Rangers are looking for a center it seems, so give them Kerfoot for Georgiev and call it a day. We can flip Andy or Georgiev at the draft for help somewhere else if they become too expensive as a tandem.

 

[CantLoseWithMatthews]

Option D should be winning in a landslide. Georgiev is nothing special and giving up a good forward for him would be absurd

 

[Gary Nylund]

I don't think unproven goalies are worth quite that much in the marketplace myself. The only way I could see doing this is if our brass is really high on Georgiev and they think there's a really good chance he could be the guy to take over from Freddie when his contract expires (if not before). So I guess the answer is that it depends, but not likely.

 

[Buds17]

Much depends on which forward would make the jump to the third line in a full lineup. Right now, Engvall has arguably passed Moore in that regard. That potentially opens up further possibilities depending on whether Engvall is viewed as a better winger or centre. Aside from that, though he's still young, it's unknown if Georgiev can be more than a 1B.

 

[TootooTrain]

Geogiev will cost far too much. It's more beneficial to use the toronto assets you mentioned to acquire a defenseman rather than a backup goalie. Freddy isn't poor enough for it to be worth it.

 

[ShaneFalco]

As much as I'd like to get another goalie, I think we need the assets to upgrade the D

 

[DarkKnight]

Kerfoot in a heartbeat. A serviceable NHLer, easily replaceable on this team. We need someone to not just backup but push when Freddie wanes.

 

[DarkKnight]

As much as I'd like to get another goalie, I think we need the assets to upgrade the D

Why is it either/or, clearly it’s both if we’re being serious here.

 

[ShaneFalco]

Why is it either/or, clearly it’s both if we’re being serious here.

I just don't see both happening at the TDL. Would love to see it though

 

[SwissLeaf]

I'd trade Kerfoot/Johnsson, but not Kapanen.

 

[ACC1224]

Kerfoot in a heartbeat. A serviceable NHLer, easily replaceable on this team. We need someone to not just backup but push when Freddie wanes.

I'd put Johnsson ahead of Kerfoot on the replacable list. I think many forgot he was even on the Team when he was out.

 

[ToneDog]

I just don't see both happening at the TDL. Would love to see it though

About a month til the trade deadline. Chop chop Kyle.

 

[ToneDog]

I'd put Johnsson ahead of Kerfoot on the replacable list. I think many forgot he was even on the Team when he was out.

If Matty, Willie and JT keep scoring goals, sure. My concern is where do the goals come from when those 3 are shut down ?? Bottom 6 depth is usually a difference maker in the playoffs.

 

[ACC1224]

If Matty, Willie and JT keep scoring goals, sure. My concern is where do the goals come from when those 3 are shut down ?? Bottom 6 depth is usually a difference maker in the playoffs.

I just find Kerfoot to be more versatile. I’m not really that big on Johnnson though.

 

[PromoterDave]

I'd trade Kerfoot for him.

Hyman Matthews Marner
Johnsson Tavares Nylander
Engvall Spezza Kapanen
Moore Gauthier Mikeyev

Rielly Barrie
Muzzin Holl
Dermott Ceci

Andersen
Georgiev

Timashov, Marincin

 

[GoonieFace]

Dubas already decided they are going for it this year by trading Marleau. He better not get shy now.

 

[ToneDog]

I just find Kerfoot to be more versatile. I’m not really that big on Johnnson though.

I'd like to keep our forward lines in tact and try to get Dillon or a similar dman for a non-roster player and let the chips fall where they may.

 

[ACC1224]

I'd like to keep our forward lines in tact and try to get Dillon or a similar dman for a non-roster player and let the chips fall where they may.

Will they have cap space to do that? I thought they would need to move a roster player to add a roster player

 

[ToneDog]

Dubas already decided they are going for it this year by trading Marleau. He better not get shy now.

What do you expect Dubas to do with a month to go to the TDL ?? I'd be happy if he can get another Muzzin or cheaper (Dillon) and let it ride on the backs of the 4 horsemen, Rielly, Muzz and Freddy.

 

[ToneDog]

Will they have cap space to do that? I thought they would need to move a roster player to add a roster player

With Rielly out, they should have room but I am no Pridham. If not, it would be Ceci and Bracco.

 

[ACC1224]

With Rielly out, they should have room but I am no Pridham. If not, it would be Ceci and Bracco.

It’s tough to envision any team taking Ceci.

 

[GoonieFace]

What do you expect Dubas to do with a month to go to the TDL ?? I'd be happy if he can get another Muzzin or cheaper (Dillon) and let it ride on the backs of the 4 horsemen, Rielly, Muzz and Freddy.

backup goalie and a good dman.