Confirmed with Link: Detroit re-signs Gustavsson (1 year, $1.85 million)

[Lil Sebastian Cossa]

I'd suggest Holland trade his rights to Buffalo but he's the most passive GM in the NHL. I don't want to sign Gustavsson for one year, let alone multiple years. Let Mrazek compete with Howard for the #1 spot in Detroit and let McCollum and Paterson compete for the #1 spot in Grand Rapids.

Enough of signing every ****ing washed up player because it's the path of least resistance for Holland. For ****'s sake, I bet if Holland signs him to a new deal he even gives Gus a NMC and a NTC.

What exactly is washed up about Gus? He's an NHL backup. No more, no less. That's all he has ever been. He is not a bad player.

I have no problem with the Wings getting a third viable NHL goalie to stick in the rotation. Especially for the 1.5M it will likely take. I'd rather have the insurance against a Howard being mediocre again and Mrazek slumping because he's a rookie.

 

[Retire91]

Gus is not washed up at all he is just made of glass. He was one of the most sought after UFA players coming from Europe then he had that hart issue in Toronto and has never put together a healthy string since.

 

[Vatican Roulette]

Personally, I don't get the debate. Gus is gone. After the year he had as a backup, he's at least going to get a 2 year deal. And, for more money than Detroit will offer.

 

[Frk It]

Personally, I don't get the debate. Gus is gone. After the year he had as a backup, he's at least going to get a 2 year deal. And, for more money than Detroit will offer.

Gustavsson is on record saying he likes it here. He wants to return if possible. Kind of debunks that.

 

[Bench]

I know his record shines like a diamond, but his save percentage was more like coal... .907. Which is actually higher than his career average.

Of the 51 goalies that played more than 25 games, that ranks him at 41st.

He played better in the playoffs, I'll give him that.

 

[SirloinUB]

Alternatively, how do you guys feel about Brodeur?

"I've come to the conclusion that I'm definitely going to be available July 1 (when he becomes an unrestricted free agent),'' Brodeur told ESPN.com. "I want to play one more season, and I want to see what's out there."

http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=721986

On a one year contract I wouldnt mind him as the backup. He would be a good mentor for Howard/Mrazek. Hell, Maybe he could teach Howard a thing or two about handling the puck.

 

[Vladdy84]

Alternatively, how do you guys feel about Brodeur?



http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=721986

On a one year contract I wouldnt mind him as the backup. He would be a good mentor for Howard/Mrazek. Hell, Maybe he could teach Howard a thing or two about handling the puck.

Didn't we already re-sign Monster or did I miss something?

 

[AD1066]

Alternatively, how do you guys feel about Brodeur?



http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=721986

On a one year contract I wouldnt mind him as the backup. He would be a good mentor for Howard/Mrazek. Hell, Maybe he could teach Howard a thing or two about handling the puck.

My limited viewings of him this year, although a small sample size, did not leave me very impressed.

He's a legend but he's certainly not what he used to be. And if I understand correctly, the whole reason he'd leave NJ is because he still believes he can be a starter.

Reminds me of Brett Favre in a way.

 

[drw02]

Alternatively, how do you guys feel about Brodeur?



http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=721986

On a one year contract I wouldnt mind him as the backup. He would be a good mentor for Howard/Mrazek. Hell, Maybe he could teach Howard a thing or two about handling the puck.

I don't see it, I think he wants at minimum to be in a true goalie tandem and he won't get that here. He has better options for more playing time elsewhere with teams that have similar cup chances as the Wings.

Plus, I may be wrong about this, but Broduer doesn't strike me as a guy who enjoys mentoring young players. He kinda seems full of himself. He wasn't very cordial with Schneider in New Jersey.

 

[ap3x]

If you ask me, he's no must-have (anymore).

 

[Frk It]

@walsha
I spoke with Tomas Vokoun earlier today and he is 100% committed to playing in the NHL next season.

 

[Sadekuuro]

Didn't Mrazek recently express a lack of interest in playing in the A next season?

Zero interest in Brodeur regardless.

 

[silkyjohnson50]

Detroit doesn't need to become a Brodeur sideshow. Absolutely no interest in him.

 

[Bench]

@walsha
I spoke with Tomas Vokoun earlier today and he is 100% committed to playing in the NHL next season.

Best option if his health can hold up.

 

[Henkka]

Didn't Mrazek recently express a lack of interest in playing in the A next season?

There was some comments, but when you are still on your last year of the ELC, it's pretty much Ken Holland who controls where you will play.

 

[Frk It]

Best option if his health can hold up.

I would be happy, I really wanted him when he was a free agent a few years ago.

 

[InjuredChoker]

i'd re-sign sammy before going after brodeur.

 

[Bench]

I would be happy, I really wanted him when he was a free agent a few years ago.

Glad to hear he's recovered from the blood clot. That can be serious business.

 

[PelagicJoe]

We don't have a problem in net, and Howard is here to stay.

I've pretty much up given up hope on Jimmy. I guess I will give him one more season to prove himself. However, if he craps the bed and stinks it up again this season, then I say dump him.

 

[Heaton]

I've pretty much up given up hope on Jimmy. I guess I will give him one more season to prove himself. However, if he craps the bed and stinks it up again this season, then I say dump him.

Howard was pretty good the season before last. This was easily his worst season ever.

 

[we like our team*]

howard's had 3 great seasons and 2 subpar ones. he's shown before that he's capable of rebounding

 

[Tomas W]

Dont know about this, I kinda would have liked to see more of Mrazek. I guess we might have to wait another year for that.

Gustavsson is a pretty good back up though, his biggest flaw is that he is injury prone. So it's not a big deal if its just a one year contract.

 

[kdfsjljklgjfg]

My limited viewings of him this year, although a small sample size, did not leave me very impressed.

He's a legend but he's certainly not what he used to be. And if I understand correctly, the whole reason he'd leave NJ is because he still believes he can be a starter.

Reminds me of Brett Favre in a way.

I don't see it, I think he wants at minimum to be in a true goalie tandem and he won't get that here. He has better options for more playing time elsewhere with teams that have similar cup chances as the Wings.

Plus, I may be wrong about this, but Broduer doesn't strike me as a guy who enjoys mentoring young players. He kinda seems full of himself. He wasn't very cordial with Schneider in New Jersey.

I agree with him not wanting to be a backup, but if he is ok with coming here to play ~30 behind Jimmy, there's nobody I'd rather have here with Mrazek if Howard gets hurt.

 

[Cyborg Yzerberg]

I know his record shines like a diamond, but his save percentage was more like coal... .907. Which is actually higher than his career average.

Of the 51 goalies that played more than 25 games, that ranks him at 41st.

He played better in the playoffs, I'll give him that.

Bingo. Sample size.

 

[14ari13]

i'd re-sign sammy before going after brodeur.

+1
I really think Brodeur is one of the worst goalies in the league. I doubt any team will sign him, though there Are some dumb GMs so he might get a deal. Anyhow, It will be a very bad deal.