Amid contract tensions with goaltender Jeremy Swayman, the Boston Bruins have taken a step to secure their goalie depth, announcing the signing of experienced netminder Kasimir Kaskisuo to a professional tryout (PTO) contract.
Swayman, one of the Bruins’ key goaltenders, remains embroiled in a contract standoff, with reports suggesting the two sides are far apart. Allegedly, Swayman is seeking $10 million per year, while the Bruins are offering $6.2 million. Bruins’ General Manager Don Sweeney has expressed optimism about an agreement, but with no resolution in sight and training camp approaching, Swayman’s potential holdout looms large. If he remains unsigned into the regular season, Boston may find themselves in a difficult situation.
In response, the Bruins have brought in Kaskisuo, a well-traveled goaltender known for his strong presence on social media. While Kaskisuo has limited NHL experience, he’s a popular figure and has shown flashes of potential in the AHL. His most recent stint came with the Laval Rocket, where he posted respectable numbers.
This move raises questions about whether Boston is preparing for an extended absence from Swayman, or if they are simply shoring up their options for training camp. The Bruins do have other goalies in their pipeline, but Kaskisuo could turn some heads if he performs well in the preseason.
As the Swayman saga continues, Kaskisuo’s arrival adds another layer of intrigue to the Bruins’ goaltending situation. Fans will be watching closely to see how it all plays out.
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