Ottawa accepts.

I think 3rd for Motte at the deadline seems reasonable. How has he looked so far this year? I assume he is a good 4th line, energy, grinder type, who is good defensively. Am I correct in saying that?

He's looked decent.

We only signed him to be a placeholder in Formenton's absence.

If we are missing the playoffs, we'll likely trade him at the deadline.

Given that Vancouver got a 4th round pick for Motte last March, this is a trade Ottawa would accept.

That Arizona trade would be a great way for an Oilers GM to get fired. Out of a cannon.

I think I gave up one piece too much. Remove Holloway?

All the pieces Edmonton are receiving would be of huge help now. And 3 would help next year and beyond also.

There is no way in hell the Canucks are giving up Schenn for that, especially to a team in their own division. There is much more value in re-signing the NHL leader in hits and our most consistent defensemen on a cheap deal. Bump it up to a first and maybe we'll consider.

Habs accept, Edmonton gets defensive depth and cap space next year. Habs get a good pick and can afford to take a chance on a 26 year old in their bottom six for under 3 mill.

Those were my exact thoughts on the trade. Widemen being signed for next year makes this trade a lot more viable for Edmonton. He would be a great 7-8 option for a cup contender.

I think Vancouver should sell at the deadline. Schenn, Kuzmenko, Horvat. But leave off on great terms with all of them and try to re-sign them all in the offseason. Vancouver needs as many assets as they can get. They just aren't good enough. Schenn is having a great year (and last year). At least the fans love what he brings. So he may cost more. Time will tell what they will and can get for him!