Rival team prepared to submit offer sheet to Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman
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With a lack of communication and commitment between Jeremy Swayman and the Boston Bruins, a rival team now has a clear chance to make an offer sheet.
Swayman recently declined arbitration, causing many to question his commitment to the Bruins. The gap between Swayman and the Bruins in reaching a deal appears significant, potentially allowing another team to offer sheet him in an attempt to lure him away from the Bruins' organization.
Jeremy Swayman did not file for arbitration with the Bruins.
Rumor has it that the rival Montreal Canadiens might be interested in submitting an offer sheet for Swayman, though it would come at a steep cost if the Bruins don't match it. Ty Anderson of 98.5 The Sports Hub has mentioned that if the Habs were to offer sheet Swayman, they would need to present a minimum offer of $9.1 million. If the Bruins choose not to match, the Canadiens would need to give up a significant number of draft picks as compensation to the Bruins. It's important to note that the Canadiens have an ample supply of draft picks available.
The good news is that neither Swayman nor the Bruins filed for arbitration. The bad news the Bruins could fall prey to an offer sheet, with their oldest rival primed to make that move if they choose to do so.
The rivalry between the Bruins and the Habs is the oldest and most ferocious in the league. Should the Habs succeed in poaching Swayman from the Bruins, this rivalry will intensify to an unmatched level in NHL history.
Credit: House of Hockey
Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman set to receive offer sheet from rival team
Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman set to receive offer sheet from rival team
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