I don’t understand, Oleksiak is still available but you get Benn????

at least he traded

cant look a gift horse in the mouth

Disappointing.

Oleksiak wants to stay in Dallas and they have plans for extension

really surprised they didnt trade for Manson who would have been perfect partner for Morrisey

To say the least!

Well, we are still getting trades. Maybe benn is a depth add because the jets will be moving someone off their current lineup. Maybe demelo, Stanley, or Poolman

They did. Ntc got in the way. Maybe he waived, we’ll see

Damn. I wanted the Pens to get Benn really badly.
Especially for that price.

Yeah like someone else mentioned, Manson has WPG on his no trade list.

Was he available though? Dallas is smart to keep him and try to sign him. Especially after that goal last night

Dallas said all of their pending UFAs were on the table. I think that they got into some positive contract talks though.

I like adding depth, but please Maurice...dont play Benn over Stanley cause you "like the vet presence he brings."

Couldn't agree more! I am hoping Benn was brought in as depth/insurance if injuries arise or if Stanley's play falls off (not that I think it will).

I think Cheveldayoff is on the hot seat now, or at least should be. I realize prices were high around acquiring a d-man (Nashville demanded a 1st plus one of Heinola or Perfetti plus more for Ekholm), and the expansion draft puts a wrinkle in any deadline day trades.. but Winnipeg was in such a good spot to come out of the North with at least adding a top 4 guy to the lineup. If they don't make it out of the North now, I'd be having a serious conversation about the direction of the team and if he's the guy to lead it or not. It was smart to not give up top prospects in a time where money is tight in the world, but when guys like Oleksiak seems to have not been moved and coulda only cost a draft pick and maybe a lesser prospect, and even bigger name guys like Savard and Montour that only went for picks. I don't see any reason why Cheveldayoff wouldn't have jumped on the chance to add guys like that with retained salary. Just seems like a lost opportunity. With the lack of movement by Winnipeg and Edmonton, it doesn't look like they'll put up much of a fight in the playoffs against the Leafs. Toronto should walk right through to the final 4 now. What a missed opportunity by Winnipeg!