Just get him signed already

He’s an Islander unfortunately

I like the pacioretty idea, that would definitely boost our second line scoring

You think hell turn down 8.5 for 8 year to go to New York? Not a chance

The Isles would have to offer $9.7M over seven years to equal the $8.5M over eight NSH can offer. I don't see them making that offer, or Forsberg having a ton of interest in going to a worse team with fewer prospects coming up to play with.

Pacioretty is a very interesting addition-- I think it will cost more, but if VGK is looking to cut salary and he's available then I'd throw an offer down. I can't see NSH being on his no-trade list either-- I like it. And even if Forsberg walks, he might be a cheap replacement to an extent.