Quoting: CD282
Kulak and Ceci are worth more than that. The Oilers paid a 2nd + C prospect for Kulak and he's only gotten better since then, they would expect at least a 2nd in return. Ceci, being RH and playing higher in the order than Kulak is worth more, probably 2nd + 3rd.
Your words are in God's ears. I completely share your point of view. But look at the bombardment of previous commentators, fans of other teams don’t particularly like our defenders, although I know that this is nonsense. Ceci is a solid mid-pair defender, but I'm sure we need an upgrade to a top-4 right-back, and for me there are four favorites in the league that I consider: Pareiko, Larsson, Tanev and Pesci. Pareiko is my favorite, it’s akin to a home run, like Ekholm is only in the right, it’s also important that he’s a local Edmontonian, but unfortunately he’s locked up and it’s not possible to get him from St. Louise. Larsson is of course good, and his unexpected departure from the organization greatly crippled the Oilers, although they try not to talk about it, but Seattle will not let him go, and most importantly for me, he is a traitor after his departure and he has nothing to do in Edmonton after his escape. Tanev is unlikely to sign with Edmonton; most likely he will continue with Dallas. Pesci is the only real candidate for an upgrade to the top-4 right-back and this will be a strong signing that will fill this top-4 position for the next three years.
Kulak, in my opinion, is an elite third-pairing league defender, his swing is perfect, a very strong defender, and besides, he’s local, it’s a shame to give him up, but we need money and a place for Broberg, I hope this prospect will become a legitimate top defender in a couple of years