Filling needs

How does trading Bjornfot for Girard fill a need? It fills a gap and opens another.

Substitute Jacob Moverare for Tobias Bjornfot and I'd be fine; I'm not sure I'd be happy with giving up Bjornfot. I wouldn't float a petition to fire Blake if he did that, though, or even sign one; I trust his judgment over mine.

I think Sean Walker is worth at least a fourth even after his injury.

I’d agree with you about Walker, but the Kings are right up against the flat cap. It wouldn’t shock me if it came out that teams wanted a pick to take him. Btw if he’s healthy he’s absolutely worth it. I just think the risk factor here is significant when your dealing with an ACL year.

They're only up against it with this trade OR if Anderson and Durzi aggregate more than $3.9 million; otherwise, there's no urgency in moving Walker. There's also the possibility that with two roster slots open and $3.9 million in cap space (odd coincidence), Colorado might take Iafallo and Walker for Girard.

Personally I’d want to see Walker play before trading for him. But that’s just my position on all guys coming off injuries. He’s a good player as long as he’s healthy.