That Montreal trade is really bad for us.

Which is why Montreal accepts.

Take out the two 2nds and the Caps might make that Habs trade. Sandin just had his knee taken out at Worlds about an hour ago, so if that's a long term injury they'll need another LD.

It's going to cost you a 2nd rounder plus just to get rid of Mantha, Eddy is a solid 2nd pair guy who has been apart of several cup runs and a stanley cup, how do you figure this is bad when Edmondson himself will likely cost a 2nd?

We don't even need Edmundson?? Have you considered that?? If he's so good, keep him.

And no, it will not cost the 40th pick in this draft to move Mantha. We'll either keep him, move him for less, or buy him out if we absolutely had to - which we don't.

Sandin just got injured. You might need him if it’s more serious

We have zero need for Edmundson. There are better defensemen in free agency in the worst case scenario. Also, there are 5 months between now and the start of the season. He’ll be fine.