Apr 13, 2014; Newark, NJ, USA; New Jersey Devils goalie
Martin Brodeur(30) is honored by fans after his 3-2 win over the Boston Bruins at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports
Martin Brodeur
And then there’s Martin Brodeur, perhaps the most interesting of the free agent goalies. After a storied 20-year career with the New Jersey Devils as arguably the best goalie of all-time, Brodeur has made it clear he plans to move on for what is likely to be his final year.
With Brodeur, you’re going to be paying for a legend, regardless of his declining skill. Last season, Brodeur posted a line of 19-4-6, .901, 2.51, splitting time with Cory Schneider.
Brodeur still has solid backup skills and he brings more than just skill to a team, which increases his value. He can mentor a young starter like Philadelphia’s Steve Mason or Ramo in Calgary while also relieving them occasionally.
I like the idea of him in Philadelphia. Mason improved a lot last season and the Flyers really need Mason to finally be the number one Philadelphia has been missing for years. Brodeur mentoring Mason could fine-tune his skills even more. I’m sure Brodeur is also looking to go to a competitive team in search of one final ring.
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