Alex Biega
Age: 33
GP: 13
G: 0
A: 3
PTS: 3
2021 Salary: $875,000
Advantages of Signing
Alex Biega is a nice addition as a seventh defenseman. In seven NHL seasons, has played 241 games, so he brings a veteran presence into the dressing room.
Disadvantages of Signing
Re-signing Biega blocks a roster spot for a prospect who can’t be sent to Grand Rapids (AHL) without going through waivers. At this point in his career, Biega is strictly a seventh defenseman.
Prediction: Alex Biega is not offered a contract by Detroit and becomes an UFA.
Calvin Pickard
Age: 29
2021 Stats
GP: 6
Record: 2-1-1
GAA: 3.16
SV%: .874
2021 Salary: $750,000
Advantages of Signing
Calvin Pickard is a reliable third string goalie at the NHL level. He is also affordable on a short-term deal.
Disadvantages of Signing
At some point, Detroit has to bring prospects into Grand Rapids (AHL) so they can be groomed to take over at the NHL level. Re-signing Pickard blocks a goalie spot in the AHL for either Kaden Fulcher or Keith Petruzzelli if he is signed by the Red Wings this summer.
Prediction
Calvin Pickard is signed to a one year contract for $750,000, to mentor Fulcher and/or Petruzzelli in Grand Rapids.