Observations:

December 2017 – Aaron Dell is forcing his way into some trade talks with his stellar play over the past season and half. Since Dell came into the NHL at the start of the 2016-17 season, no goalie with five or more games played has a better save percentage (.932) or goals-against average (1.98) than Dell. Speaking with a scout from back east, the only possible drawback when discussing Dell is his size at 6-feet tall, but the numbers keep stacking up and despite the lack of ideal size, teams are starting to notice. There are at least three clubs that could use upgrades in goal so it will be interesting to see if Dell will get a chance at a starting gig if he can continues keep these league-leading stats up for the rest of the year. Zachary DeVine

March 2017 – Aaron Dell leads the NHL in save percentage (.938) and goals-against average (1.82) among NHL goaltenders with 300+ minutes played. Dell is getting some talk as a potential target for the Vegas Golden Knights, but either way, the 'World's Okayest Goalie' has shown himself to be a more than capable NHL back-up and talent to stick in the league. Dell is signed through next year and with increased confidence from the coaching staff heading down the stretch, is a backup goalie worthy of stash on your bench this summer to see how the rest of the goalie musical chairs play out. Zachary DeVine

March 2016 – The Alberta native has taken a rather strange path through development going through the NCAA system rather than standard Canadian junior system. His biggest years in the North Dakota came after his draft year and is a rather late bloomer. He is a goaltender that plays rather low, with quick footwork, challenging shooters with his upper extremities which are also above average. He was given an NHL contract due to working his way strongly up through all the minor pro levels (CHL,ECHL and AHL) and lack of an organizational option with the fortunate departure of Harri Sateri. Dell is currently an unrestricted free agent at season’s end, but he has out played the ‘next in line’ Sharks prospect Troy Groesnick and will likely get at least a contract extension and maybe even an opportunity to crack the Sharks next season as currently the backup job to Martin Jones is up in the air. Jason Banks

Fantasy Outlook: B

He won’t get many starts, but is a must-own handcuff for Martin Jones owners and a player to monitor going forward.

Footage:

Excellent concentration on a cross-seam pass for a big blocker save:

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Large arm save while crossing the crease:

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