The San Jose Sharks have locked up their AHL goaltender for the next two seasons, inking Troy Grosenick to a two-year extension today. The goaltender was set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer. Financial details have not yet been released, but it can be expected to be a two-way deal for the 27-year old.
Grosenick was signed out of Union College after an outstanding NCAA career, and put up a .926 save percentage this season for the San Jose Barracuda of the AHL. That ranked him among the league leaders and earned him Goaltender of the Year honors for his work. For an organization that puts emphasis on success for their minor league affiliates, bringing him back is a big move for the Sharks.
With Martin Jones and Aaron Dell firmly entrenched in the NHL net for at least another season, Grosenick will likely have to wait to see if an injury occurs for him to get another chance at the highest level. In 2014-15 he played two games for the Sharks, actually recording a shutout and stopping 55 of 58 shots. His continued presence is a safety net for a team looking to contend again next season, as he would likely be a more than capable NHL backup should he be given the chance.