Quoting: JoeROFLCOPTER
Not saying Leafs make that deal, either, just a more fair deal.
I'm not saying he's worth a 2nd, but he's not worth a top-15 prospect. I wouldn't even say he's worth a top-30 guy, either.
Player A: UFA at season's end (at the time), due a raise. Scored 8 less points than Nylander that season on a bad team (played over half the season with known 3rd liners). 110% work ethic all the time, refined defensive game, offensive play driver, team leader. According to Leafs fans, worth a late 1st and a B prospect.
Player B: UFA at season's end, due a raise, wants a fortune. Scored 40 goals once. Scored over a point per game once. Work ethic suspect. Defensively talented, but only puts forth effort on occasion. According to Leafs fans, worth at least 2 of: 1st round picks, blue chip prospects, good young roster players with team control.
Guesses as to who the players are?