New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin is widely regarded as one of the NHL’s top netminders, especially with Andrei Vasilevskiy’s recent decline. Shesterkin’s rise has made him one of the highest-paid goalies, though he recently turned down an $88 million contract offer. Despite his success with the Rangers, the team fell short in the playoffs last season, losing to the Florida Panthers.
Shesterkin’s performance has not only impressed Rangers fans but also Detroit Red Wings head coach Derek Lalonde.
After the Rangers defeated the Red Wings 4-1, with Shesterkin allowing just one goal and making 31 saves for a .969 save percentage, Lalonde praised the goalie, raising speculation about whether the Red Wings could pursue Shesterkin in the future.
The Red Wings’ current goaltending duo, Alex Lyon and Cam Talbot, are decent but not considered strong enough to lead the team to a championship. With Detroit struggling defensively, having players like Justin Holl and Ben Chiarot, Shesterkin could be the key to solving some of the team’s issues. His elite goaltending ability would help cover up the Red Wings’ defensive shortcomings and potentially lead them to success.
Lalonde’s admiration for Shesterkin has sparked questions about whether the Red Wings could make a move for him in the future, as part of the team’s long-term “Yzerplan.” While the Rangers dominated the Red Wings with ease in their recent matchup, it’s clear that a goalie like Shesterkin could be a game-changer for Detroit’s struggling roster.
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