Boston doesn't have the cap space to take on Gudbranson

This is the year 24-25. But I’m sure the contract will still be difficult to fit into most systems.

They will in two years when they’re tanking for a rebuild

Solid take. That is a heavy fourth line. Only player on the roster I’m not sure makes it is Del Bel Belluz. I could see Vronkov slotting there and someone else on the 4th. Or maybe move out Elvis and re-sign Roslovic to play 3C?

He doesn’t have the size but I think Malatesta seems like a golden fourth liner in the future.

Isles are not trading Barzal, and if it what in division you would have to give up a package that was way to much.

Jackets can’t get Barzal.

They won't tank lol. re-tool? maybe, but they won't go full blown tank and rebuild.

I meant that half in jest. Even if Pasta doesn’t re-sign and Bergeron and Krejci retire, I still think Marchand will stay and McAvoy is already locked up, so it’s more just something I wish would happen rather than what is likely.

I think the NHL is better when Boston is good, but I think most fans would like to see them burn down and stink for awhile.