We all know what happened last year. Andrew Hammond was a wonderful surprise to a season that, before Christmas, looked over. The Ottawa Senators, in a decision that throughout the off season was widely debated, signed Hammond to a 3-year deal worth $4.05 million.
Backing up Craig Anderson, Hammond has been tremendous so far this year in just 4 starts. It just begs the question, is Hammond good enough to be a starting goaltender?
It never hurts to have a back-up goaltender that gives you a chance to win games. Through his 4 starts, Hammond has allowed just 10 goals.