(Potentially) Available Goalies: Let's rank 'em

[1qqaaz]

[QUOTE=Strange Brew;5758754]

Originally Posted by Vinny01

Here is a question for everybody. Is there a goalie that could potentially be available that you would be willing to trade Gillies for?

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Gillies is a great prospect for us. Because of his injury and so few pro games played, his trade value is very low IMO. He is much more valuable to us as a prospect so I think any potential trade scenario is just imaginary right now.

I wouldn't say his value is low, since most people outside the organization seem to agree that Gillies is our best prospect.

But yes, I would say that there are very few teams who would value Gillies more than the Flames do.

[jmac98]

[QUOTE=1qqaaz;5758758]

Originally Posted by Strange Brew

But yes, I would say that there are very few teams who would value Gillies more than the Flames do.

I would imagine this statement is true for most teams pertaining to their own players. In reality, prospects are just that until they actually prove otherwise.

[CorsiHockeyLeague]

Originally Posted by FanIn80

I personally picked Reimer because I think he was really good in TO considering the team in front of him. Also, he's relatively young for a starting G, and he's a UFA which means he won't cost us any assets.

Exactly this. Now is the time to take low-risk high-reward shots. Same reason you have to keep Gillies. Bullets in the chamber, more chances for someone to show themselves as an NHL #1.

[H2SO4(aq)]

Can't vote for Andersen so not voting..

[FanIn80]

Yes, I know I forgot about Andersen.

I can't edit the poll, so I've added him to the OP and I'll manually add up all the write-ins.

[jmac98]

Originally Posted by FanIn80

Yes, I know I forgot about Andersen.

I can't edit the poll, so I've added him to the OP and I'll manually add up all the write-ins.

Andersen is my vote as well. Though to be fair, Patches O'Houlahan would be a better option than the calamity we had going last season.

[Canada 02]

The Blues have 7 goalies under contract right now, including 2 pro prospects that they are very high on. While I would agree that the contending teams may be reluctant to break up their goalie tandem, the Blues have numbers that may instigate a move sooner. I hope the Flames go after Allen or Elliott.
Would be happy with any of the Blues, Pens or Lightning goalies, depending on the cost

[Monahan For Mayor]

Considering cost, easily Reimer. The experience and free option.

[Gaskal]

Originally Posted by Monahan For Mayor

Considering cost, easily Reimer. The experience and free option.

Well, depending on the cost, of course. But if Mrazek were available for the previously proposed 35th + 53th + 65th overall picks, then I jump on that immediately. He's still young and already has posted very good numbers over a sizable sample. Vasilevsky is another trade option, but the cost would be far too high for the Flames.

I'd consider Reimer the backup option, primarily because of how Brad Treliving approaches his problems. I bet you he's already mapped out every single possible scenario with other team's goaltending. Reimer will be the last option simply due to Treliving going through his 'due process' of spam texting every single GM with a goalie option at the draft table, and I have confidence the man will be able to swing a deal for a better young-and-comer over getting a stopgap.

Gillies looks very promising, but without a solid body of professional work to analyze first, I would imagine someone as methodical as Brad would say "check" before going all-in with their chips on Gillies/MacDonald - either by trading them, or by betting on them to become NHL starters in future.

[TheScorpion]

31 for the Ducks.

[Lord Carnage]

1. Andersen (my definite favorite)
2. Vasilevsky (I think their window is now, so they ride Bishop)
3. Allen (I think their window is now, so they ride Elliott)
4. Fleury (as a stopgap, assuming Murray won't be available)
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999. Reimer (no matter how you look at it, free crap is still crap)

[calgaryblood]

I've been a big fan of Reimer for a while so good to see so many see the potential I see in him as well.

I think he has major upside.

[Roof-Daddy]

I'd rather try for Gibson over Andersen if we try for an Anaheim goalie.

I'm also in the Mrazek miracle trade camp if that's possible.

I'm just hoping BT can snag a young star goalie this off season

Mrazek
Vasilevsky
Murray
Allen
Gibson

Not likely but preferable. If that can't happen then just go sign Reimer for free IMO.

[daveinspruce]

Why would we want Bishop, guys knees have blown two years in a row.
My vote is Murrey or this Tampa goalie hot damn.

[underGRADFlame]

Where is the Bernier option?

1.Bishop
2.Fleury
3.Bernier

[Hackey]

Hate the idea of Bishop. He makes 6 million already and he is a UFA in a year. Giving up assets to acquire a guy that will either leave or want 7+ million seems like a poor choice in my opinion. Only way I'd consider is if the price was reasonable like a 2nd and a mid level prospect.

[Strange Brew]

For all those saying Reimer is free, the big question is what kind of contract would it take to sign him? This is a salary cap league and cap room is valuable. Is he still free if it takes a 5 year deal to sign him?

[CliffFletcher]

If it's a starter Treliving is looking for, the obvious candidate is Fleury. Signed for three more years, he gives the team time to find out what they have in Gillies. And from the sounds of it, he's the kind of character and mentor you want in the dressing room.

[Mass_nerder]

Reimer scares me because I think he'll be looking for a 4-5 year contract at around $5 million.
I would rather give up a few picks and prospects for an up and coming young goalie, or acquire a vetran with a few years left on their contract. Fleury for me.

[Flames Draft Watcher]

Originally Posted by Strange Brew

For all those saying Reimer is free, the big question is what kind of contract would it take to sign him? This is a salary cap league and cap room is valuable. Is he still free if it takes a 5 year deal to sign him?

Who is going to give him a 5 year deal?

Does Reimer want to be a starting goalie? Of course
Which teams have open starting jobs? Calgary, Toronto, maybe Carolina
Is he going back to Toronto? Doubtful
So if he wants to be a starter he should probably accept whatever we offer because there aren't many teams out there looking for a starter.

No way Treliving offers him a 5 year deal. And who else would? I'd give him the Hiller contract. 2 years, 4 million each. Can't see many teams outbidding us on that. What team would?