Deadline and Offseason

That's not the recipe to acquire a new 1C.

Bonk, not Andrea

Forester, not Brink

Philly's pick, not Floridas

I don't think any of these deals would be accepted by the other team. Atkinson is a cap dump, hawks could just sign free agents to hit the floor or get paid to take bad contracts like they have been for the past 3 years. EDM can't afford to move Holloway as he's their best hope for a top 6 F prospect. The only way they move Campbell is if they retain at least $1.25M, and he's flipped with additional retention by the receiving team. Late 1st and Brink for Zegras is a lowball offer, they'll get something better. Don't think Risto is worth a 2nd and prospect either. Tough to evaluate with his injury history.

I think Atkinson is an interesting case, similar to a Taylor Hall situation. Overpaid guy with skill who is potentially a cap dump, Hawks take him for free so Bedard doesnt get mental boomed playing with enforcers. Theres an argument to be made that if Hall isnt gonna be full force after this knee injury, Atkinson could be a good replacement. Decent points last season, decent pace this season. Not a whole lot going on in the FA market this year outside of the top guys. Only guys I would target would be Vrana, Zucker or Eberle, that would potentially be available on a shorter term. If Davidson doesnt feel theyre available, Atkinson could be an interesting pickup, assuming Nazar spends a year in the minors, Tyler Johnson walks, and if we dont get Celebrini our 1st this year doesnt join the roster. Something to consider, at the least, I feel

I think your value is off. Your ask exceeds what Vegas paid for Eichel. Obviously I like Zegras but no way I’d ever go that excessive.

Spot on to how I was thinking. Think he could be a skill guy and some experience for Bedard or Macklin.