Ryan Whitney reveals the Bruins' insulting offer to Jeremy Swayman

According to the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, Ryan Whitney revealed that the Bruins offered Swayman a four-year contract with a surprisingly low average annual value (AAV) of $6.2 million. This revelation has raised eyebrows, especially after the team moved Linus Ullmark to the Ottawa Senators earlier in the summer. With Ullmark out of the picture, many expected the Bruins to focus on securing Swayman's future with the team.

Last season, the 25-year-old goaltender played in 44 games, posting a solid .916 save percentage and a 2.53 goals-against average (GAA). Despite these numbers, the Bruins have yet to reach an agreement with Swayman, and reports suggest that it's been over three weeks since the team returned his calls. This development is concerning, with the 2024-25 season just around the corner.

Although Swayman isn't considered the league's top goaltender, the $6.2 million AAV offer would make him the eighth highest-paid goalie. However, this is $1.5 million below Juuse Saros' $7.7 million AAV from the Nashville Predators. Additionally, it's only $200k more than Jordan Binnington's deal with the St. Louis Blues, a comparison many deem unfair given Swayman's higher ranking in the league.

After going through arbitration last year, there were already whispers of tension between Swayman and the Bruins' front office. If a deal isn't reached soon, Boston could find itself in a precarious position as they prepare for the upcoming season. Fans and analysts will need to keep a close eye on this developing story as the deadline approaches.

This situation could significantly impact the Bruins' goaltending lineup if unresolved, potentially setting the stage for a season full of uncertainty in net.

Source: House of Hockey
Ryan Whitney shares the disrespectful offer the Bruins gave Jeremy Swayman