With the great news regarding Tim Thomas and his new 3 year deal the Bruins now have some stability in the goaltending position. Even so this brings up a major issue...what do they do with Andrew Raycroft? Razor, while a bust this year is only one season removed from a Calder trophy season where he was one of the top 5 NHL goaltenders.
Which season revealed to us the real Andrew Raycroft? That's a question only Andrew can answer, and he won't be answering it this year as Thomas has taken over as the Bruins starting goaltender. Management may have to answer the question for him as they need to decide if it is worth re-signing him this summer. Raycroft will want to remain at his $1.3 million salary and I am sure that his agent will ask for more. With a healthy reliable Toivanen coming back next year Boston may be unwilling to part with the young prospect.
With the new deal comes a new look. Thomas sported a new mask recently with the words "Beware of Bear" written on the side. I love the mask, especially the front cage.
In other news, P. J. Axelsson was re-signed today, getting a 3 year deal. This new deal will definitely help the Bruins keep what little depth they have, and benefit their special teams penalty kill.
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