A resolution, be it via trade or extension, is surely on the way as talks sour between Jeremy Swayman and the Bruins.
- All eyes are on Bruins RFA goaltender Jeremy Swayman, who remains curiously unsigned just days ahead of the team's season opener.
- The spat between the two sides went public Monday, with the Bruins and Swayman's camp exchanging jabs about what was offered by who. It's alleged the Bruins offered a deal of $64 million, something the Swayman camp disputes.
- There are clearly some hurt feelings here dating back to the last contract negotiation which ended in a one year extension via arbitration. Swayman, now in position to be the team's franchise starter, is believed to be asking for something in the ballpark of $9 million per year on a long term deal, although the exact figures are not confirmed. If that is the case, the two sides are still fairly far apart on AAV.
- There is a risk this goes off the cliff and results in a trade. Both sides are stubborn - both Swayman and Bruins ownership are known for their tough negotiation tactics. But perhaps with both sides seemingly exercising their nuclear options, an middle ground extension can be found.
- A trade isn't likely - at least for now - but the sour feelings from this negotiation could end up resulting in a divorce somewhere down the road. This will be fascinating to track as the clock ticks towards the Bruins' season opener.
- Tuesday evening update: rumblings continue to grow around this situation, with new reports suggesting Swayman is weighing whether to ask for a trade following Monday's public spat between Bruins management and the Swayman camp. I still see it as more likely than not Swayman signs in Boston, but the dial continues to move towards "tossup" territory.
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