I really wouldn't be surprised if Pavelec refuses to sign with Atlanta and re-enters the draft.
- He will be behind Lehtonen on the depth chart for years to come if he does sign with them. Not exactly the most exciting scenario for a young goalie. It's a similar situation to Schneider's in Vancouver.
- He could easily be a first round pick in this draft, especially with the lack of quality goalies available. Hell, I could see a team like Florida picking him at 10. Which could mean a very quick arrival into the NHL as a starting goalie.
- As a first rounder he can get the rookie max, not too sure he would get it from Atlanta.