Jake Allen's Fate Confirmed: Worrying News for the Montreal Canadiens
The situation surrounding goalies Antti Raanta and Jake Allen does indeed shed light on the current market dynamics for goaltenders in the NHL, particularly for the Montreal Canadiens.
Raanta's unclaimed status through waivers, despite a significantly lower salary of $1.5 million compared to Allen's $3.85 million contract, is quite revealing. It suggests that the market for goaltenders, especially those considered more as backups or 1B options, is quite tight. Raanta's poor performance this season with a .854 save percentage certainly didn't help his case, whereas Allen has maintained a more respectable .901 save percentage.
The fact that no team claimed Raanta, despite his lower salary and the general demand for experienced goaltending, might indicate that finding a trade for Allen could be challenging for Canadiens GM Kent Hughes. Teams might be reluctant to take on Allen's contract, and Montreal might have to consider retaining some salary or adding incentives to facilitate a trade.
Regarding the possibility of Allen being waived and sent to the Laval Rocket, it would be an unusual move for a couple of reasons:
1. **Contract and Salary**: Allen's contract is substantial for an AHL goalie. Teams typically don't allocate such a large portion of their payroll to a minor league player, especially one not considered a developing prospect.
2. **Veteran Leadership**: While Allen's leadership and experience could benefit the Rocket, it's also valuable to the Canadiens, particularly in mentoring younger goalies like Cayden Primeau.
3. **Depth and Insurance**: Having Allen provides the Canadiens with a reliable option should Primeau struggle or if there are injuries.
Ultimately, the Canadiens' decision will depend on balancing their immediate needs against their long-term plans, including salary cap management and player development. It seems more plausible for Montreal to keep Allen until they find a suitable trade partner, potentially involving salary retention or a package deal, rather than waiving him to the AHL.
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18 DECEMBRE | 399 ANSWERS Jake Allen's Fate Confirmed: Worrying News for the Montreal Canadiens Do you think Jake Allen has trade value? |
| Yes | 294 | 73.7 % |
| No | 105 | 26.3 % |
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