We now know what Kent Hughes has to offer if he wants to bring Igor Shesterkin to Montreal
Could Igor Shesterkin, who is widely regarded as one of the best goaltenders in the world, become a target for the Montreal Canadiens ?
As seen on HabsetLNH, with their current issues in net where Cayden Primeau struggles to establish himself and Jacob Fowler is still developing in the AHL, the idea of acquiring an elite goaltender like Shesterkin seems possible
The Canadiens are expected to have cap space available next summer, which could allow Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton to pursue this kind of move.
At 28, Shesterkin has an impressive career save percentage of .920 and a record of 143-67-18.
Despite a slightly below-average season by his standards (.913 save percentage), he remains an elite player in the NHL.
However, the rumored price tag of $13 to $14 million per year is enormous for a goalie who will surpass contracts awarded to goaltenders like Andrei Vasilevskiy and Carey Price.
The main challenge lies in the risk associated with such a significant investment and the Canadiens are still dealing with the repercussions of Carey Price's contract.
While Shesterkin is an exceptional goaltender, committing to a contract of that weight over several years could limit the team's flexibility in the medium to long term.
However, if the Canadiens believe they can become legitimate Stanley Cup contenders in the coming years then acquiring Shesterkin could be a game-changer.
His presence would provide stability and confidence to a young and emerging team like the Montreal Canadiens.
In the end, signing Shesterkin would be a bold but potentially rewarding gamble. The Canadiens will need to weigh the risks against the potential rewards carefully.
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