I do think defensive forwards is something we lack and that we haven’t filled the void left by Schwartz and even Steen, but yeah after watching last night we’re gonna need two defenseman. A legit top-4 who can pass and defend, and a serviceable 6-7. Lindholm and Lybushskin??? Scandella is simply not playable, neither is Bortz (although I love him,) and I think Mikkola is a 5/Pk specialist on a champion. Also have to pray Parayko figured it tf out. Dude got walked by Tucker freaking Poolman and iced the puck under no pressure like 5 times yesterday. At least Faulk and Krug are still dominating their matchups.

I would be much more confident in a group of:

Lindholm-55
47-72
77-48

I would love Lybushkin or Mayfield. I know Chychrun would be a higher price but I think he's worth the investment given his age and contract.