Unpopular Opinion

That 3-way trade is way too convenient for Detroit, there's no reason for Toronto not to just do that trade with PHI.

The only player that Vancouver would trade Hughes for on the Red Wings is Seider. Raymond doesn't fill a need.

You're probably being way too harsh on Raymond, maybe a change in equipment is what is necessary.

Delete this.

I don't think those concerns around Raymond are anything more than a young player still growing into their frame and getting used to the physicality of the NHL. Pettersson was noticeably "light" on his feet even at the WJC. As long as he has the discipline to work out and improve (which he does) he'll be fine.

Did you watch much of Brady Tkachuk in his first few years? Also a 4th overall pick, Dude was like strong as an Ox even as a teenager, but he was like a baby deer on his skates. Fell over constantly, he just didn't have that skating strength. He's 23 now, and he's on pace for 40 goals, 100 points and his skating improvement has been a huge part of that.

Not saying they're similar players at all, but if you give up on a player with the skill Raymond has for being a flawed skater at 20, you'll be regretting it into his late 30s.

yikes......