Senators sign G James Reimer to boost NHL-worst goaltending

Plagued by weak goaltending performances, the Ottawa Senators inked journeyman goalie James Reimer to a minor league professional tryout contract with the intention of signing and playing him in the NHL, TSN reported.

Ottawa's AHL affiliate, the Belleville Senators, confirmed Reimer's addition Friday.

The news emerged Thursday night as Ottawa was in the process of losing 8-2 to the host Colorado Avalanche, the NHL's top team. Leevi Merilainen allowed three goals on 18 shots, and backup...