Marshall Posted February 12, 2012 Share Posted February 12, 2012 Typical late bloomer - 29 years old. His development in the last few years is remarkable and he's by far the best goaltender in the SEL. He was the World Championships MVP last year with a 1.71 GAA in 7 games and .946 SV%. http://www.eliteprospects.com/player.php?player=5147 He would've left for the NHL last year but his demand is a one-way contract. The Devils could give him this. I suppose a lot hinges on Marty's decision but they still could have Marty for another year and bring in Fasth. What do you guys think? He could turn out to be a steal and he still has many years left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njdevsftw Posted February 12, 2012 Share Posted February 12, 2012 Agree with this. Most likely a steal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dadds3424 Posted February 12, 2012 Share Posted February 12, 2012 he could turn into the next tim tomas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted February 12, 2012 Share Posted February 12, 2012 There's a definitely a bit of a goalie shortage around the NHL, so hopefully someone signs this guy. I don't want it to be NJ, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jas0nMacIsaac Posted February 12, 2012 Share Posted February 12, 2012 I'll stick on the Ari Ahonen bandwagon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck the Duck Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 1 way contract is a bit of a gamble on an unknown quantity like Fasth. I don't think Lou "River Boat Gambler" Lamoriello would ever take this type of a chance, especially if Marty returns for another season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amberite Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 (edited) There's a definitely a bit of a goalie shortage around the NHL, so hopefully someone signs this guy. I don't want it to be NJ, though. Any reason why not? At this stage, we probably have 0 goalies for next year. Even if we sign him on a one-way in a backup capacity, it would be a worthwhile gamble based on his numbers. I'm sure he can't be demanding that much money yet. We've seen goalies come out of nowhere before with Thomas, Lundqvist and others. It certainly seems like he should be able to be good in the NHL, and I'd hate to see another team steal him when we need a goalie badly. Edited February 13, 2012 by Amberite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDevs4978 Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 he could turn into the next tim tomas And he could also be the next Gustavsson, come in with a ton of hype and do nothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitico12 Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 he could turn into the next tim tomas Or, the next Roman Chechmanek or Jiri Dopita...(sigh). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck the Duck Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 (edited) Any reason why not? At this stage, we probably have 0 goalies for next year. Even if we sign him on a one-way in a backup capacity, it would be a worthwhile gamble based on his numbers. I'm sure he can't be demanding that much money yet. We've seen goalies come out of nowhere before with Thomas, Lundqvist and others. It certainly seems like he should be able to be good in the NHL, and I'd hate to see another team steal him when we need a goalie badly. The Queen was approx. 22 when he entered the NHL, and was a Rangers draft pick. Thomas is a once in a lifetime phenomenon. To me, the more applicable examples are Jonas Gustafson (sp?) and Fabian Brunnstrom. Every now and then you hit a home run like we did with Rafalski. However, since these are so rare, you almost have to protect yourself with a 2 way contract. Edited February 13, 2012 by Chuck the Duck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 Any reason why not? At this stage, we probably have 0 goalies for next year. Even if we sign him on a one-way in a backup capacity, it would be a worthwhile gamble based on his numbers. I'm sure he can't be demanding that much money yet. We've seen goalies come out of nowhere before with Thomas, Lundqvist and others. It certainly seems like he should be able to be good in the NHL, and I'd hate to see another team steal him when we need a goalie badly. Brodeur says he's leaning towards coming back. I don't want the Devils to get a guy who could A: flop horribly in general or B: easily be pushed aside if he has 3 bad games leaving Brodeur to get the bulk of the starts. I want them to get someone who they're paying a decent chunk of money to, and who has an NHL track record. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amberite Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 (edited) The Queen was approx. 22 when he entered the NHL, and was a Rangers draft pick. Thomas is a once in a lifetime phenomenon. To me, the more applicable examples are Jonas Gustafson (sp?) and Fabian Brunnstrom. Every now and then you hit a home run like we did with Rafalski. However, since these are so rare, you almost have to protect yourself with a 2 way contract. Lundqvist was a 7th round pick who wasn't expected to go anywhere. Lundqvist and the Rangers said many times that when he came to training camp, they expected him to be sent back during the first round of cuts. For all intents and purposes, he came out of nowhere. Just because he was drafted means nothing. But otherwise, I completely agree that the chances are very slim. However, in our situation, I think it's a worthwhile gamble to try on a guy like this. Edited February 13, 2012 by Amberite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onddeck Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 Quick or Rinne!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Dan 56 Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 Quick or Rinne!!!!!!!! How? At least we have a shot of signing this guy, although a one way is probably too risky, especially if he wants a good chunk of money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onddeck Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 How? At least we have a shot of signing this guy, although a one way is probably too risky, especially if he wants a good chunk of money. just wishful thinking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDevs4978 Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 Besides, Nashville re-signed Rinne already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMazz Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 (edited) Needs moar Jonathan Bernier. Edited February 13, 2012 by TheMazz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swingminx Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 I have seen Fasth alot here in sweden and i like him alot! He took AIK to the semi-finals almost by himself last year. Would like to see him as a back-up to Brodeur next season,and then i think we can have our new starter goalie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onddeck Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I have seen Fasth alot here in sweden and i like him alot! He took AIK to the semi-finals almost by himself last year. Would like to see him as a back-up to Brodeur next season,and then i think we can have our new starter goalie I like that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Posted February 14, 2012 Author Share Posted February 14, 2012 The Queen was approx. 22 when he entered the NHL, and was a Rangers draft pick. Thomas is a once in a lifetime phenomenon. To me, the more applicable examples are Jonas Gustafson (sp?) and Fabian Brunnstrom. Every now and then you hit a home run like we did with Rafalski. However, since these are so rare, you almost have to protect yourself with a 2 way contract. Lundqvist was perhaps not considered much when he was drafted, but his three seasons leading up to his post-lockout debut were great. In the lockout season where the SEL was littered with quality players and the hockey was great, he put up insane numbers (1.05GAA in the playoffs!? .962 SV%). Seeing Lundqvist as a super-outside shot at the NHL doesn't make sense to me at all, nor did it at the time. He did play for my favourite team here in Sweden and I saw him play a lot. Gustavsson in my opinion had some terrible luck: playing behind that defense, multiple heart procedures and of course playing in Toronto which isn't exactly New Jersey. In terms of performance in the SEL he and Fasth are comparable but I think that's where the comparisons should end due to aforemention circumstances, plus the fact that the pressure in Toronto is immense and he was hyped as hell. I don't think Fasth would see the same pressure and hype should he sign here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njdevsftw Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 Bit to early for an "I told you so", but so far so good. Fasth is hot (7-0-0, 1.78, .936 in last 8 GPI). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crashline Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 Just curious, how's Wedgewood coming along? I haven't been following him much so I was wondering how he's progressing as a 20 y/o goalie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMazz Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 Well...looking back on this it's a good thing I didn't put "I rather take Benjamin Conz" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thelastonealive Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 Just curious, how's Wedgewood coming along? I haven't been following him much so I was wondering how he's progressing as a 20 y/o goalieI actually just saw Wedgewood play in Trenton yesterday. I liked what I saw, he seems like he could be a solid goalie in time. Trenton lost 4-1, he allowed 3 goals (plus an empty netter), but only one of them could he really do anything about. I don't know what his overall ceiling is, but I'd be interested to see more of him. Clermont was the goalie for the other team, also. Didn't look bad but Trenton's terrible. Only goal he allowed was on a wraparound rebound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroGravityFat Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 (edited) I'm all for a goalie we can promote with cheesy puns as long as he has the stats to not make it ironic *cough*quick a fast wedge combo would be lethal weapon for the devils to have against the new york media. Edited February 19, 2013 by ZeroGravityFat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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