It is not a guarantee, but it seems to be a safe bet that Pittsburgh Penguins GM Jim Rutherford must choose one starting goalie and trade the rights to Matt Murray or Tristan Jarry. It also seems that Murray is the man who will have a new address next season, and Jarry is the goalie who will get a new Penguins contract.
But what is Matt Murray worth on the NHL trade market?
Since 2013, eight starting goalies have been traded, but that list includes multiple Ben Bishop trades and the Roberto Luongo to Florida deal, which also included Jacob Markstrom. The market this offseason will be markedly different than previous years, as the NHL salary cap is unexpectedly flat. And, the cap will be flat for a couple of years or more until the NHLPA can make up the revenue deficit caused by the pandemic pause.
It’s essential to keep a few factors in mind, too. Market value is based not only on performance but also on supply and demand. There will be a few more goalies on the free-agent list and NHL trade market. Washington Capitals stalwart Braden Holtby will be a UFA. In Vegas, Robin Lehner will be a free agent, or Marc-Andre Fleury will be available for trade. Vancouver Canucks puckstopper Jacob Markstrom will be a UFA, and so too will Corey Crawford.
The New York Rangers also have three goalies, including Henrik Lundqvist, who are starter quality. The market suddenly looks flooded, which is not good news for Penguins GM Jim Rutherford.
Murray’s Performance and Value
Murray’s last two regular-seasons and stats impede a lucrative contract. This season he finished with an .899 save percentage, which is below the goalie “Mendoza” line of .900.
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