Jiri Patera’s Vancouver Canucks stint didn’t last long.
The goalie was claimed off waivers today by the Boston Bruins, ending his time with the Western Conference team. The Canucks signed him on July 1 when free agency opened this year.
The #bruins have claimed goalie Jiri Patera off waivers from Vancouver.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) October 2, 2024
The 25-year-old Patera has eight games of NHL experience. He was set to play a major role for the Canucks to start this season but his outlook changed after the team signed free agent Kevin Lankinen.
The Bruins are needing additional goalie help as their contract negotiations with star Jeremy Swayman have hit an impasse.
Phil Di Giuseppe, Christian Wolanin, and Nate Smith were also waived by the Canucks yesterday. All three players cleared and will report to Abbotsford in the AHL.
More to come…