Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman has officially signed a significant contract with the team after months of negotiations. Insider Elliotte Friedman reported that Swayman and the Bruins were close to a deal, which was later confirmed as an eight-year contract with an average annual value of $8.25 million.
Swayman recently returned to the Bruins’ facilities after missing training camp, much to the relief of fans who were concerned about the possibility of him leaving the organization due to protracted negotiations and a previous salary arbitration hearing. There was tension during the negotiation process, especially after President Cam Neely spoke publicly about it, which Swayman and his agent found unhelpful. Ultimately, both sides found common ground, allowing the focus to shift back to the upcoming season.
The Bruins are set to face the Florida Panthers in a playoff rematch on Tuesday, a game Swayman is eager to approach, especially considering how last season ended against them. Fans will be keen to see how he performs under his new contract and how he leads the team this season.
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