Is the Devils trade inspired from my post? Lol.

I would accept from NJ perspective.

I know crapping on Drouin is the in thing these days, but that's a pretty lousy return from a non-Colorado team for him.

oilers say no. they dont need hoffman and can find a team willing to trade for barrie without re-crushing their cap situation. I mean if risto can get for a mid 1st the oil can definitely get a 2nd rounder without retaining

Risto and Barrie are so different.
Barrie is a 3rd pair PP specialist that can’t defend.
Risto is a physical top4 pair that can bring a little offence.
But I understand not wanting to swap an overpaid RHD for an overpaid winger.
Just think Hoffman could be a good fit with your forwards group and you could take a less costly more stay at home option for your 3rd pair behind Bouch and Ceci. Thanks for the input!

I really don’t like Drouin’s style of play, look at what Rask got being a C and having a lower cap hit with about the same offensive production...
Getting assets for Drouin would be a win in my book.
But I tried to make the trades a bit in favor of the other teams not wanting to get **** on by other fan bases.

Barrie >>>>>> Hoffman. Easy no from Edmonton.