Lehner Vs Markstrom

[Big Cheese]

Who has the biggest long term upside and in terms of a trade how big a difference between the two do you think there is?

[fungchen3]

This time last year I would have said Markstrom without a doubt - right now, I'm not so sure.

Both appear to have #1 goalie written all over them. Markstrom will most likely get the full-time reigns before Lehner but he keeps getting this nagging injuries that are starting to concern me.

I also see the Sens on the "upswing" and Lehner could be a beast when he eventually takes over for Anderson. Long-term upside, I think they're a wash. I don't think you could go wrong with either.

If you can be patient for 2 years or so, I'd probably take Lehner. If you want some production (or a nice trading chip) next season, go with Markstrom.