Honestly, there's quite a bit that I don't like here.

Starting with the signings:
You have both Vesey ($3.2m wut?) and Namestnikov (should be under $4.0m) being overpaid. Bridging Skjei isn't the worst idea but it's far from the best, and I'd rather see him locked up long term in a team-friendly deal.

I think this article can give you better insight on what each player is worth.


Second, I'm all for moving Hayes if the deal is right, but I don't think that's the one. I love Derek Ryan and even signed him (to a similar deal) on my armchair-gm, but he's a UFA this year so getting his rights means nothing. I'm not willing to flip Hayes for Fleury straight up, and I'm certainly not including another pick in the deal.

Third, there's almost no shot at Howden being the 13th forward. The latest talk is that they're planning on involving him more in the core after his outstanding WHL season and the part he played in helping Canada win the WJC. They'll either leave him down to develop or clear a 3rd line role for him to play if they think he's ready.

Finally, what is that 4th line? Holland and McLeod aren't NHL'ers.