Predicting where a few of the top NHL trade targets could find yourself
Chris Johnston and James Mirtle of The Athletic: Taking a look at the a few of the top NHL trade targets and predicting where they may find yourself – part 4.
Robert Thomas – C – St. Louis Blues – Johnston predicts the Los Angeles Kings as they appear for a top center to interchange the retiring Anze Kopitar. Have their first-round picks and young players/prospects. Mirtle predicts the Carolina Hurricanes, who’ve two first-round picks this yr.
Shane Wright – C – Seattle Kraken – Johnston predicts the Winnipeg Jets for a move to enhance their longer-term future. May take Cole Perfetti. Mirtle predicts the Latest York Rangers for his or her retool, in a deal that would include Vincent Trocheck or Alexis Lafreniere.
Nazem Kadri – C – Calgary Flames – Johnston predicts the Montreal Canadiens. Three years left, his age, and the associated fee are concerns. Mirtle predicts the Minnesota Wild, who can fit his cap hit in and have an enormous need.
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Dougie Hamilton – RHD – Latest Jersey Devils – Johnston predicts a reunion with the Carolina Hurricanes. Not an enormous need for the Hurricanes, but they’re at all times seeking to upgrade. Mirtle predicts the Toronto Maple Leafs despite a source saying the Leafs are unlikely. If it becomes more of a cap dump versus futures, may fit the Leafs as they’ll be looking to transform their blue line.
Chris Johnston and James Mirtle of The Athletic: Taking a look at a few of the top NHL trade targets and predicting where they may find yourself – part 5.
Vincent Trocheck – C – Latest York Rangers – Johnston predicts the Minnesota Wild, but have they got the large assets to land him after acquiring Quinn Hughes. Mirtle predicts the Montreal Canadiens who will want to upgrade their 2C. Would he waive to play for a Canadian team?
Bobby McMann – W – Toronto Maple Leafs – Johnston predicts the Edmonton Oilers, who’ve limited cap space, but brings what the Oilers need. Mirtle predicts the Colorado Avalanche, who could use some depth scoring. Limited draft resources left.
Evander Kane – W – Vancouver Canucks – Johnston predicts the Colorado Avalanche, who would want salary retrained. Could cost a 3rd. Mirtle predicts the Dallas Stars, who would also need salary retention.
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Jesper Wallstedt – G – Minnesota Wild – Johnston predicts the Ottawa Senators, but finding the appropriate trade package may difficult. Mirtle predicts the St. Louis Blues, who could offer up Brayden Schenn or Robert Thomas. Wild would want to incorporate more.
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