[Rumour] Chad Johnson doesn't want backup goalie $

[sureLoss]

Darren Dreger @DarrenDreger
$5.7 mil per for the next two years for Mike Smith. Doesn't sound like Chad Johnson is interested in backup goalie $. UFA July 1.

[Jason14h]

Well I'm sure he would like more money. I can't see anyone paying him though

[OILFAN #81]

Good for Chad Johnson......but on what team would he be a starting goalie? He's a backup.

[The Fonz]

I, too, would like starting goaltender money.

[locsofblu]

Maybe he should start playing like a starter then no?

[GranteedEV]

Personally, I want that Russell Westbrook money.

[Roof-Daddy]

I'm going to the other way with this and say I will gladly take back up goalie money.

[Hockey Fan #751]

Originally Posted by OILFAN #81

Good for Chad Johnson......but on what team would he be a starting goalie? He's a backup.

Arizona perhaps?

[Locke]

Originally Posted by Roof-Daddy

I'm going to the other way with this and say I will gladly take back up goalie money.

I've always dreamed of being a passenger on a Championship team. I'll take my pay and my ring for opening the door on the bench.

[GreenLantern2814]

No reason to not have one of Gillies/Rittich backing up Smith full time once the season starts - hell, you can technically use both as the backup and rotate them through Stockton to get their reps in if you wanted... I liked what I saw from Gillies in limited action. I'd like to see more.

[btimbit]

Originally Posted by GreenLantern2814

No reason to not have one of Gillies/Rittich backing up Smith full time once the season starts - hell, you can technically use both as the backup and rotate them through Stockton to get their reps in if you wanted... I liked what I saw from Gillies in limited action. I'd like to see more.

Smith is a great guy to shelter someone behind too, if they did indeed want to go this route

[Yamer]

Originally Posted by Locke

I've always dreamed of being a passenger on a Championship team. I'll take my pay and my ring for opening the door on the bench.

The Glenn Healy Guide to Winning.

[Hockey-and_stuff]

Originally Posted by GranteedEV

Personally, I want that Russell Westbrook money.

Aim higher. Give me that Bryce Harper money. Supposed to be like $450 million on his next contract.

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[djsFlames]

Good luck, bud.

[Stay Golden]

Johnson is a back up enough said. If PHX signs him to be a starter well that is just a waste of resources.
If they sign him as back up money it is a good addition he will give them what they need as a back up role. Not more.

[activeStick]

So what's the threshold above which, a salary is no longer "backup goalie $"?

[Locke]

Originally Posted by Yamer

The Glenn Healy Guide to Winning.

Dont tell me you wouldnt do it if you could.

Thats the sweet spot, backup goalie on a strong team...thats the dream.

Despite that though, I dont really understand this from Johnson's perspective. He is what he is, hes a solid backup who can buy you wins while your starter rests.

Its what hes been for his whole career so I dont really know why he'd think his career trajectory has all of a sudden skyrocketed.

Good luck to him, and hey, maybe it'll happen, but also maybe at his age with his career he just wants a long-term contract and make some cash.

[dammage79]

I'd rather Smith tutor Gillies. Similar sized goalies with solid fundamentals. Perhaps Smith can ramp up Gillies athleticism through sharing his workout regimen.

[Badgers Nose]

He wants less? Great!

[Fire]

Usually the first step in order to get #1 money is to first become a #1 goalie. With Smith injury concerns they need a veteran backup for at least this season.