Still 1a 1b until someone completely takes the reigns

The way it's structured leads me to believe they expect more of a tandem in year one, but expect him to be the starter in year two when he's making 5mil.

6.8mil for two years is not bad for a pretty solid goalie tandem

Might be a slight overpay but not bad. Both of the goalies have earned their contracts. Merzlinkins seems to be more about himself, but his play backed that up when he was the unquestioned number 1.

they will probs do a goalie tandem like the islanders 1 game each. If not they must have confidence in him to be the starter

Holy CRAP.
I don’t agree. Korpi was the all-star.
Merzlikens has too much ego and attitude.
He needs to keep emotions in check.
He hasn’t proven anything to me yet.
Maybe trade is in the works for Korpi. I can’t see him taking this well.