Chicago isn't going to do you a favour for...checks notes...Ruslan Iskhakov.

He is tied for the rookie lead in scoring in the AHL and was a 2018 second round pick

I've actually come around on Iskhakov quite a bit. I'm not so sure he pays for dumping Bailey, though.

This is the same team that may or may not make playoffs this year. Isles still need to add a true top 6 wing. Moving Bailey should open the window to make a move for that need. Varly shouldnt sign for any more than $2mil. Way too long on the Mayfield deal even if it is to keep cap low.