July 01, 2015
The Flyers got the backup goalie that they needed in free agency.
Ron Hextall and the front office signed Michael Neuvirth, last of the New York Islanders, to a two-year deal. He'll likely serve as Steve Mason's backup. Here are the contract details from ESPN's Pierre LeBrun:
Flyers have signed goalie Michal Neuvirth to two-year deal, $1.5 M in Year 1 and $1.75 million in Year 2
— Pierre LeBrun (@Real_ESPNLeBrun) July 1, 2015
After playing much of last season with the tanking Buffalo Sabres (the Sixers ain't got nothing on them), Neuvirth played well in a tough situation. In 26 games with the Sabres, he had a .918 save percentage and 2.99 goals against average. In parts of seven seasons in the NHL, Neuvirth has a career record of 66-63-17 to go along with seven shutouts and a 2.73 GAA and .912 save percentage.
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