Quoting: BCAPP
You're probably right. But I think they're at a point where they should at least trade Getzlaf.
It's full rebuild time
Why full rebuild?
-They've got one of the top 2 goalies in the NHL (If not top).
-They've got a solid young core that is gaining experience this season (Comtois, Steel, Terry, Mahura, Guhle, Lundestrom), with guys like Olivier-Groulx and Morand coming along.
The Ducks are a top 4 RHD away from being a potential playoff team, and with their cap space next summer, are another piece away from being a scary team in the Pacific. Trading Manson only puts them farther than that away.
As for the return on the trade, there's certainly quantity there, but if they were open to moving Manson, there'd be higher quality offers.