You have been doing a plethora of trades today. Good on ya mate!!!!!

Sabres & Rangers what would it take to get a deal done involving the NYR:

1. Jones is a no go for the Sabres as they have ample Left Side Dmen
2. The package you put together is a 1st Round talent in Kravstov & Chytil and those players would be fine for GM Adams
3. the NYR 1st Round pick in 2021 also checks a box for GM Adams
4. The 2021 Third Round Pick of the Sabres and the NYR 2nd Round Pick in 2022 would not be very appealing for GM Adams

I am on the record many times stating that in order for the NYR to be bale to acquire Captain jack then the NYR WILL HAVE to include either Kappo/Lafreniere.

GM Adams would counter your trade proposal with:

1. Chytill
2. Kravtsov
3, Kappo or Lafreniere
4. NYR 1st Round Pick in 2021

I just don't see how Buffalo gets the return they need with Eichel's health so uncertain. I would do your deal with Kakko (but not Lafreniere) for a healthy Eichel. But his health can't be assured this offseason.

Giving up Kakko or Laf is an overpayment on NY's end. They don't need to get Eichel in order to complete a top 2 center core. If I'd have to give up one of them, I'd give up on Eichel go trade for another 2C like Danault for someone like them. Trades have to be a win/win for both teams. I think the goal for NY's peak going forward, is for Laf and Kakko to be on the same top line when they peak. Giving that potential top line, even if it's for Eichel is an L in my eyes. The whole point to getting Eichel is to complete the rebuild, not swap assets. Whether Buffalo likes it or not, the buyer has more power in this sweepstakes than give them credit for. Buffalo's asking price is simply unrealistic and too much for most teams. The only team that I see having the luxury to overpay is LA because they're overflowing with future top 6 centers to give in return for Buffalo's loss of Eichel. Besides, the Rangers could also trade Buch instead of Laf or Kakko.