A number of goalies could be on the move this summer
). Easily leading regular season goalies in saves and games played makes his elite numbers even more impressive, but that wear-and-tear increases his risk factors for those looking at a Hellebuyck trade as a long-term investment.
There’s also an argument that Hellebuyck may need the right structure in front of him: think the Kings more than a Sabres team that allowed a lot of breakaways and cross-seam passes. Still, the lure of Hellebuyck is real. This is especially true if the free-agent market ends up pretty dry for goalies as expected.
And, who knows, maybe Hellebuyck ages like fine wine? Such a gambit seems especially enticing for a GM who’s worried about keeping their job more than even the medium-term future. That GM may reasonably believe Hellebuyck can bail them out like he has many haplessBy the NHL’s listings, Hellebuyck isn’t at the very top range of goalies, yet he’s not far off at 6-foot-4. Saros, meanwhile, is listed at 5-foot-11. Thanks to injuries and a collapsing Predators team , Saros’ playoff resume is short..
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