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Written by Nichols
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Tuesday, 27 January 2009 01:00 |
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As has been rumored from numerous media outlets, there are some options when it comes to the future of Martin Gerber. It was reported in the Sun among other places that Calgary has shown interest in taking on the remainder of Gerber’s contract after he passes through re-entry waivers. Also, Gord Wilson reported on the Team 1200 this afternoon that a team would be willing to take Gerber in exchange for another overpaid, underperforming player (cue the Tyler Arnason to Ottawa rumors!).
Here is a quick look at my thoughts on Senators’ options with Martin Gerber:
Pros:
• In the rare chance that Gerber can be traded, getting rid of his goalie salary considering he’s the third goalie in the system would mean not having to bury money in Binghamton. Even if it means taking back an overpaid forward or defenseman in return, at least he can play can play the big club. It definitely allows Melnyk at least some bang for his buck.
• Getting rid of excess salary now means more than just cap space. In the economic situation in the world today, shedding unneeded expenses when possible is necessary.
• As teams get more desperate closer to the deadline, Gerber may have some value to a team looking for a backup for a playoff run.
Cons:
• Getting rid of Gerber means that there is only one capable goalie in the AHL. Jeff Glass has had struggled all year on a team that could potentially make the AHL playoffs with a little bit of help between the pipes. Playoff experience even at the AHL level could go a long way for the development of the Senators’ prospects.
• If Gerber is traded for another bad contract, that player would use up a roster spot that could also be used to give a younger player some valuable NHL experience.
Given the situation, it’s clear that Martin Gerber’s days as a Senator are numbered. Since his contract is done at the end of the year, no matter what, Ottawa gets some cap space come July 1st. There is no rush to get rid of Gerber because cap space for this season isn’t a need. Whether he is traded or not, Martin Gerber’s contract is no longer the problem it once was for the Senators.
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