Phil Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 As some teams explore the goaltender market ahead of Monday’s 3pm ET trade deadline, some clubs are believed to have inquired about New York Rangers netminder Alexandar Georgiev. While a trade is not considered imminent at this stage, multiple sources have told TFP some teams have discussed Georgiev, at least internally, and others have poked around on his availability, something that occurred last off-season. With the emergence of Igor Shesterkin, who is clearly the Rangers’ No.1 goalie for the foreseeable future, Georgiev could be expendable if Rangers GM Jeff Gorton decides to entertain calls. Right now, though, a move might be unlikely ahead of the deadline. https://www.thefourthperiod.com/apr-2021/teams-showing-interest-in-georgiev#.YG8QLk7EmfA.twitter -- This is TFP, so take this with the requisite grain of salt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindG1000 Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 Georgiev has had a real tough season - let's just get that out of the way. A few folks here have noted how going into the playoffs without a solid #2 or even a solid #3 is a bad idea this season. Taking a flyer on Georgiev returning to last years' form is a decent enough idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpshooter Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 I thought he would make for a good backup goalie to Ullmark in Buffalo. Everybody but him has been terrible in goal and Hutton is hurt. I don't know, that was just one team that immediately popped into my head as a good fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozzy Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 I thought he would make for a good backup goalie to Ullmark in Buffalo. Everybody but him has been terrible in goal and Hutton is hurt. I don't know, that was just one team that immediately popped into my head as a good fit. I wouldn't be surprised if Ullmark ends up in Toronto, Sharpy....but Georgie might be a candidate for Buffalo in that instance as well, as he could be their goalie there in his absence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpshooter Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 With Campbell being 10-0 now for Toronto and Andersen an impending UFA, I could see the Maple Leafs just keeping Campbell around and anoint a new backup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindG1000 Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 I don't see Georgiev going to Buffalo - I think it's more "whomever loses out on Ullmark will probably chase Geo for a bit". Buffalo has Ukka-Pekka Luukkonen waiting in the wings there, and they like him and all six ks in his name. You're probably looking at a team like Colorado, Toronto, or maybe even Florida - anywhere where there's an expectation of a longer playoff run and not enough goaltending depth on the active roster to circumvent a covid case or an injury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morphinity 2.0 Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 I don't see Georgiev going to Buffalo - I think it's more "whomever loses out on Ullmark will probably chase Geo for a bit". Buffalo has Ukka-Pekka Luukkonen waiting in the wings there, and they like him and all six ks in his name. You're probably looking at a team like Colorado, Toronto, or maybe even Florida - anywhere where there's an expectation of a longer playoff run and not enough goaltending depth on the active roster to circumvent a covid case or an injury. You making up names again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lefty9 Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 I wouldn't be surprised if Ullmark ends up in Toronto, Sharpy....but Georgie might be a candidate for Buffalo in that instance as well, as he could be their goalie there in his absence. Toronto goaltender Jack Campbell owns 10 game winning streak,Toronto record ,1.58 GAA 944 Save percentage this season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Posted April 8, 2021 Author Share Posted April 8, 2021 You making up names again? All Finnish players should adopt Vikings-style colloquial nicknames instead of forcing the world to suffer trying to write out/pronounce their actual names. Ukka-Pekka Luukkonen becomes Ukka the Terrible (cause, come on — he's playing for Buffalo). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindG1000 Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 You making up names again? God, I wish I was good enough to come up with that name. Nope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpshooter Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 I don't see Georgiev going to Buffalo - I think it's more "whomever loses out on Ullmark will probably chase Geo for a bit". Buffalo has Ukka-Pekka Luukkonen waiting in the wings there, and they like him and all six ks in his name. You're probably looking at a team like Colorado, Toronto, or maybe even Florida - anywhere where there's an expectation of a longer playoff run and not enough goaltending depth on the active roster to circumvent a covid case or an injury. Is there something wrong with your speech? You want to get that checked out. Edit: That has already become one of my favorite hockey names of all time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindG1000 Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 Is there something wrong with your speech? You want to get that checked out. Edit: That has already become one of my favorite hockey names of all time. If we have a Finnish Rangers fan lurking, they just said fuck it and left. Thanks, you guys. This is an epic name, for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonybologna Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 Even though I wanted him gone in lieu of keeping Hank, and even though he's sucked this season. I am against trading him for some 4th or 5th round pick. It's pointless to sell low on him now, may as well see if he gets better again at this point and then sell higher or at least have a decent backup. Especially with Shesty looking like he may be injury prone *knock on wood* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 If we have a Finnish Rangers fan lurking, they just said fuck it and left. Thanks, you guys. This is an epic name, for sure. Also, here in Rochester, they say his entire name, when mentioned. It's rarely just "Luukkonen " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winter Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 Why not maybe sign Lundqvist in the off-season to a min. deal to be backup lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 Why not maybe sign Lundqvist in the off-season to a min. deal to be backup lol You’re not supposed to jinx it!! I’m selfishly hoping he doesn’t dress for the Caps and that happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpshooter Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Why not maybe sign Lundqvist in the off-season to a min. deal to be backup lol HA! Imagine! "Let the Capitals handle your heart situation, then you can come back to us when it's straightened out." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrooksBurner Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Why not maybe sign Lundqvist in the off-season to a min. deal to be backup lol A backup though? Would his heart be in it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoMinutesForNothing Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 A backup though? Would his heart be in it? Ooh too soon lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winter Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 A backup though? Would his heart be in it? you're asking about his heart when you should be asking about Shestys groin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winter Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 HA! Imagine! "Let the Capitals handle your heart situation, then you can come back to us when it's straightened out." we'd of been better off with him on Long Term IR rather than the buyout hit i believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpshooter Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 we'd of been better off with him on Long Term IR rather than the buyout hit i believe. I believe you are correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted April 13, 2021 Share Posted April 13, 2021 we'd of been better off with him on Long Term IR rather than the buyout hit i believe. What is it that they say about hindsight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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