Brouwer was a mis-step in hindsight, but I put the blame on Brouwer more than anyone for that. He was a great player, and had a proven track record to justify Treliving's interest in having him on their young roster. Brouwer did nothing to earn his contract.
Elliott was a fantastic pickup. A very reasonable risk trade to get a #1 goalie on a sweetheart of a contract. That freedom at G allowed him to negotiate with Gaudreau and Monahan.
The only thing I am disappointed in was his decision to keep Jordan Sigalet. The army of goaltenders who have had career-worst seasons under Sigalet has been alarming. With a new tandem of goalies, last year would have been a great time to look for a new coach there. Giving that tandem the same coach that had failed multiple years in the past was folly, and we were swept because of it.
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