I actually like this scenario, I'm not sure Saad still fits so I like to see a return and not just see him walk. And watching Kurashev and Sikura and Saarela fight for a spot should be interesting.

I elect to keep Saad and get rid of Smith in this scenario.
Also where is Mitchell?

Smith has a NTC and costs almost half of what Saad is. Plus you could yield a better return with Saad anyways. Mitchell won't start the season with the team, but will more than likely play towards the end of the year after playing with Rockford for most of it.

If all you can get for Saad is a 2nd and 4th you're an idiot to trade him. But then again I guess it makes sense with Stan as GM