Monty is a solid bridge starter until one of the Habs G prospects are ready to take over. He has done well to use his size to optimize his performance, and his injured hand he had earlier is clearly fine now as he's making way better glove saves. He has entered his prime and if he can get enough help from the team, he is capable of solid numbers.
I like the chances that Monty both serves as that stopgap starter while the team is being developed, and having him be a trade chip when he is due to become an UFA. the AAV isn't anything crazy for a backup/1B, and the cap is going to start going up again so its only going to get better in value. Good signing.
I like the chances that Monty both serves as that stopgap starter while the team is being developed, and having him be a trade chip when he is due to become an UFA. the AAV isn't anything crazy for a backup/1B, and the cap is going to start going up again so its only going to get better in value. Good signing.