This is how I would like things to happen (I took Seattle but it could be any team, any similar trade)
Trade Kubalik as it makes the most sense (no spot on PP, UFA and money will need to go to a bigger fish, returns an asset instead of costing one for Joseph who is very important for the PK and defensively at ES. Has produces at the same rate at ES overall the last 2 years)
Trade Brannstrom for a similar young rising 2-way forward
Kleven called up as soon as there is an injury on defense and most likely stays for the rest of his career
I also found a way to not lose any of Sokolov or Thomson on waivers. Guys should be there and have an opportunity to prove themselves, particularly if there is injuries. Who cares about MacEwen, Kelly and Hamonic, those guys shouldn't be anything more than depth
Note : don't mind the # of pairings too much. Chabot, Sanderson and Chychrun would easily get the most of time because of special teams and various game situations
Note2 : Pinto is not low. Look at the other forwards out of their ELC. Harvery Pinard got 1.1 x 2 years after scoring 14 goals in just 34 games. Pinto can just focus on having a good season and could cash in as soon as next season. Much better than get 2.0 x 2 years IMO. Serves the 2 parties well
I haven't heard any rumours about potential Sens trades at all this offseason.
Not necessarily about Sens, but more about young forwards around the league who could be traded soon. You always hear about big names like Nylander but hard to find rumors about other tier players
Not necessarily about Sens, but more about young forwards around the league who could be traded soon. You always hear about big names like Nylander but hard to find rumors about other tier players
Yeah, its been a really quiet offseason in that respect. My speculation is that during training camp there will be teams who aren't happy with how certain mid tier players are performing and try to look for 1-for-1 change of scenery trades.