Today's post involves a rumor that, if true, could impact the future of 2 GHL franchises.
An insider on the Winnipeg Jets reported on Thursday, May 10th, 2018 that the Jets were in talks with the Boston Bruins on a possible transaction taking place on Free Agency Day, which is July 1st. The transaction, according to the Jets insider, involves Bruins goalie Crysta Pfeffer going to the Jets in exchange for Jets goalie Bob Essensa.
The Bruins, according to the Jets insider, are "looking for veteran talent in goal" and Essensa is the guy they've been looking for at a moderate price.
This transaction would most likely end the Crysta Pfeffer era in Boston. She has been the starter for the Bruins since the 2015-16 season. The only other team that she has played for was the Weld Central Rebels during her rookie season in 2014-15.
Pfeffer has earned 2 of her 3 Goalie-Of-The-Year awards with the Bruins, as well as earning 10 of her 17 goaltending records with Boston. She's considered by many to be the best goalie in the GHL. However, her Achilles Heel has always been the postseason, where she has not done well statistically. 2 consecutive losses in the Conference Final have made the Bruins impatient, and looking for change.
On the other side, Essensa could help with Boston's goaltending experience.
Bob Essensa was Winnipeg's starting netminder for the majority of the 2017-18 season. He earned 10 shutouts in a 13-win season. Despite missing the last month of the season due to injury, Essensa is still a legitimate option for any team looking for a veteran goalie. Boston would greatly benefit from this trade if Essensa stays healthy, especially in the playoffs.
