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I think there are better 3C options than Tierney out there available either in FA or via trade.

Trades are heavily slanted against SJ. That Tanev trade is terrible and doesn't make much sense and don't think Ottawa gets a 3rd for Tierney, let alone with our 4C as well.

Maybe, but Tierney would be a low-risk move for the Sharks and a sensible one at that. Ottawa wants to move Tierney's cap hit off their books and he is out of contract at the end of the season. Also, Tierney started his career in San Jose and he was a good person for San Jose's locker room during his time there. San Jose could look for FAs to fill in the 3C role, but this move is a win-win for both franchise and player. Worst case scenario is Tierney sees out his last year here and then moves on elsewhere once he's out of contract. Best case is he returns to his Sharks form and we can keep him long term (perhaps with an adjusted cap hit but that would be a story for another season).

Labanc has struggled in the top 6 for us and he could use a change in scenery. Also, our locker room is in desperate need of fixing, and adding a character player like Tanev could help turn things around there. Even with his less-than-ideal contract, he became a fan-favorite with Pens and Jets fans, and his contributions to the defense and grinding are both skills that are critical for survival in the Pacific Division.

You can add a character piece without moving your best trade asset for another bad long-term contract.