Halak vs Niemi

[Raja]

Now that Niemi has some job security, how do you feel about both of these guys going forward over the next few years? W, GAA, Sv%, SO? Are they pretty close like I think?

[SeaDawg]

tough call...I think Halak is the better goalie, but San Jose might be the better team (though I do like the direction St. Louis is going). Niemi has been inconsistent at times, but he has looked very good lately. This really is a very tough call. I think they are about even in terms of fantasy value at this point. If I really had to make a decision, I'd choose Halak, but it is close.

[vangregs]

While I agree that Halak is the better goalie I really like Niemi's situation in San Jose and how the Sharks have adopted to his style and play with more confidence with him in net. I actually traded Hiller for him in a dynasty keeper (his vertigo issues kind of made me panic) so I think he will be very solid.

Slight edge for Niemi on my books, but really really close.

[SeaDawg]

the fact that more people haven't given an opinion might suggest that it is a tough call and people generally aren't sure which way to go on this

[Instant Karma]

I'm going to say Halak over the longer term because St. Louis has a team with some nice young parts, where on the other hand I think San Jose's window is closing.

But Niemi might have a better year next season.