Jeremy Swayman shares his "athlete's perspective" of ongoing Boston Bruins contract re-negotiation

Star goaltender Jeremy Swayman remains unsigned as he negotiates a new contract with the Boston Bruins. Coming off a strong season where he posted a 2.34 goals against average and .919 save percentage, Swayman is poised for a raise as a restricted free agent.

On Dave's Hot Chicken podcast, Swayman shared insights into his mindset regarding the negotiations.

“If you were to ask me that question a year ago, I would answer truthfully and say ‘it’s scary, it’s a lot of resentment towards people that want you to succeed ... tit’s a nerve racking feeling, because it’s your family you’re fighting for,” Swayman said.

However, Swayman says he now has a different perspective after educating himself on the business side.

“The answer I’m gonna give you this year, is that I’ve educated myself, and I understand the business side of it all. It’s given me a complete new mindset of understanding the business and how to react to it."

He continued:

"I understand the cap is going up and where it will be in years. I understand my comparables and how I can’t ruin the goalie market for guys that are gonna be in my shoes down the line.”

With a degree in business from the University of Maine, Jeremy Swayman is taking an analytical approach. For the Bruins, locking up their goaltender of the future remains a top priority.

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Fans react to Jeremy Swayman's perspective of ongoing Boston Bruins contract re-negotiation

Boston Bruins fans are abuzz over goaltender Jeremy Swayman's comments on his ongoing contract negotiations with the team. Fans took to social media to voice their opinions, with one fan commenting:

"He definitely wants a legit contract."

Another fan noted:

"Not a legit contract. He is going to go after highest paid goalie to push the goalie market."

Others debated the length and value of the potential contract.

"Not good news for the Bruins' payroll. Swayman's gotta be asking for an 8 x 10...," one fan wrote on X.

"Business school at the University of Maine isn’t the flex he thinks it is," another fan wrote.

"I understand it is all relative & he is talking about his performance & compensation in comparison to his peers," a user wrote.

"No more prove it contracts. He’s proved that he’s the best goalie in the league." another user commented.

How the Bruins navigate his contract situation will be watched closely by the loyal fanbase eager to see Swayman starring between the pipes for years to come.