Modifié 9 févr. 2020 à 12 h 1
Neither Boston nor Thornton would consider that.
If Boston uses a 1st to move Backes they add to it and bring back something of value to help them.
Thotnton is a healthy scratch for Boston, the only player in the lineup he might bump is Nordstrom who plays a PK role.
He is playing 15mins a game. 2 goals, 14 hits, under 50% faceoff, does not kill penalties. He’s a waste of a roster spot, might as well just call Backes up and give him that role.
I understand the logic of dumping Backes future cap hit having value. But not at the expense of a #1 pick for nothing. Unlike Leafs they are not backed into a corner, they do not have to move him, it would be helpful to, just not a necessity.
Backes a 1st and a couple of mid level prospects for Labanc. Then B’s are interested.