Confirmed with Link: Bob signs extension (4 year, 7.425 AAV)

[Iron Balls McGinty]

So if Bob signed a 6 year deal for 40.95 million 2 years ago, would people look at this any differently?

same money and same term, just broken up into 2 contracts instead of 1 large one with a cap hit of 6.825 over the course of the 6 years.

 

[EspenK]

So if Bob signed a 6 year deal for 40.95 million 2 years ago, would people look at this any differently?

same money and same term, just broken up into 2 contracts instead of 1 large one with a cap hit of 6.825 over the course of the 6 years.

Interesting way to look at it. I'm sure the should have signed him earlier guys will say that if we had signed him long term back then we would have saved money over the 6 years.

I for one am happy that its turned out this way. Risk is minimized and Bob will, hopefully, only get better.

 

[MAHJ71]

I just saw that Bob's contract is front loaded (8.5,8.5,6.5,6.2) so while the cap hit would go with him a lower salary for the last two years makes him a bit more tradeable if things don't work out or if Forsberg surpasses him. Not saying these things are going to happen but it's always nice to know you have these little things in your bag of tricks.

I like this thought.

 

[Cyclones Rock]

Acceptable contract and reasonable term. Great russian soul, there isn't reason don't drink at least 2-3 games.
7,425 Wanna party. The first guest must be Holmgren, second guest must be Bryzgalov.

It's funny how things work sometimes. Bob can't complain and probably owes Holmgrem and Bryz many drinks

 

[MoeBartoli]

I think the money is what one expect while the term is great. I much prefer this contract to a 6.5 to $7 million deal over six years. I believe Bob is our single most important player and it was important to retain him to avoid stepping backwards.

 

[Dobber]

That makes him higher paid than any goalie but Tuukka Rask or Henrik Lundqvist. It’s probably a bit of an overpay but Bobrovsky is capable of playing like the third best goalie in the league. .

The big thing is that the Blue Jackets absolutely had to get this deal done and get it done now. They couldn’t go into the summer with uncertainty in goal and they could not allow Bobrovsky to test the free agent market. Someone would have given him more money and more years. This is the single most important signing in franchise history.

 

[wuf]

That makes him higher paid than any goalie but Tuukka Rask or Henrik Lundqvist. It’s probably a bit of an overpay but Bobrovsky is capable of playing like the third best goalie in the league. .

The big thing is that the Blue Jackets absolutely had to get this deal done and get it done now. They couldn’t go into the summer with uncertainty in goal and they could not allow Bobrovsky to test the free agent market. Someone would have given him more money and more years. This is the single most important signing in franchise history.

Couldn't have said it any better myself, he is definitely capable of playing like a top 3 goalie, and has proven himself.

Love Bobs!

 

[Hockeypete49]

Acceptable contract and reasonable term. Great russian soul, there isn't reason don't drink at least 2-3 games.
7,425 Wanna party. The first guest must be Holmgren, second guest must be Bryzgalov.

Flyers fan here and I com in peace. Glad Bob is working out for you guys but we are having a party also and maybe you can help me? I am looking for Scott Howson's address and cannot find it. Thanks again and Steve Mason says "Hi".

 

[We Want Ten]

Flyers fan here and I com in peace. Glad Bob is working out for you guys but we are having a party also and maybe you can help me? I am looking for Scott Howson's address and cannot find it. Thanks again and Steve Mason says "Hi".

We'd say hi to mase if you guys would let him play when the Flyers are in town. I understand he is a delicate flower though.

I guess he has played here. Once.

 

[Robert]

I'll say it.... he has stunk since the new contract.....

Bob, you have met me, in Buffalo last year on the elevator at the Embassy Suites... We were on a six game winning streak at the time that led to the playoffs... listen up, you are not consistent!!! You are good but you are not a Dominator!!! Get better dude!!!


Think Dominik Hasek!!

 

[CBJWerenski8]

I'll say it.... he has stunk since the new contract.....

Bob, you have met me, in Buffalo last year on the elevator at the Embassy Suites... We were on a six game winning streak at the time that led to the playoffs... listen up, you are not consistent!!! You are good but you are not a Dominator!!! Get better dude!!!

He was thrown into the fire tonight and he burned.

 

[Theo Von]

In the 3 games played since signing his huge contract extension, Bob has a GAA of 4.00 and a save percentage of .882.

Pretty crazy, Bob has faced under 30 shots in a game just twice in the past twelve games dating back to Dec. 11th.

 

[Robert]

In the 3 games played since signing his huge contract extension, Bob has a GAA of 4.00 and a save percentage of .882.

Pretty crazy, Bob has faced under 30 shots in a game just twice in the past twelve games dating back to Dec. 11th.

Keep the stats coming, stats don't lie..... Bob has not been good this season other than December..... As the goalie goes so goes the team...

If I where Bob... which I am, I'd take that four year contract now..... before things get worse..... lol (Bob has a smart agent)

 

[WannabeFinn]

Keep the stats coming, stats don't lie..... Bob has not been good this season other than December..... As the goalie goes so goes the team...

If I where Bob... which I am, I'd take that four year contract now..... before things get worse..... lol (Bob has a smart agent)

maybe the goalie is sucking because the team in front of him is playing like a bottom dweller? ya know, like when they get doubled in shots on goal?

 

[ndd17]

I wrote after his new contract, that Bob need few games for celebrate it.
Russian soul, can not do anything.

 

[EspenK]

I wrote after his new contract, that Bob need few games for celebrate it.
Russian soul, can not do anything.

Major?

 

[We Want Ten]

maybe the goalie is sucking because the team in front of him is playing like a bottom dweller? ya know, like when they get doubled in shots on goal?

Bob has been bad since getting paid, but boy the team in front of him is straight up garbage.

 

[ndd17]

Major?

Its hardly to explain in two words, need to know Russian mentality. The biggest mistake, that he is extension in the middle of the season. He is RFA, not UFA. No need was to harry.

 

[major major]

Bob is the only reason last night's game was even close. We would have been done in the second period if not for him standing on his head. Why are we even talking about this?

 

[Acquizitor*]

I wrote after his new contract, that Bob need few games for celebrate it.
Russian soul, can not do anything.

there is always a chane he decides to pull "bryzgalov" on them.

 

[major major]

there is always a chane he decides to pull "bryzgalov" on them.

No. Zero chance. Bob has a great head on his shoulders.

 

[ndd17]

No. Zero chance. Bob has a great head on his shoulders.

I hope so. We will see.