Detroit Red Wings: Analyzing Every Goalie in the Organization
By Chris Giles
Thomas Greiss
Age: 35
GP: 34
Record: 8-15-8
GAA: 2.70
SV%: .912
Thomas Greiss got off to a horrible start in his first year with Detroit. The second half of the season was significantly better, as Greiss won player of the week once and had back-to-back shutouts. Greiss is the only veteran goalie signed for next year. He has one year remaining on his two year deal before he once again becomes an UFA. At 35, Greiss is only a short-term option with Detroit.
Jonathan Bernier
Age: 32
GP: 24
Record: 9-11-1
GAA: 2.99
SV%: .914
Jonathan Bernier was once again steady in the Detroit net. He is an UFA and will most likely be re-signed by Detroit after the Seattle Expansion Draft. Moving forward, Bernier could be the goalie who mentors a young prospect once a young goalie moves into a backup position.
Calvin Pickard
Age: 29
GP: 6
Record: 1-1-1
GAA: 3.33
SV%: .882
At this stage in his career, Calvin Pickard is insurance as a third string goalie at the NHL level. He started the season playing for Vienna (ICEHL) and then split time between Grand Rapids (AHL) and Detroit. He may end up being a mentor in Grand Rapids again next year.