Celebrini

Chicago shouldn't take that, but Montreal would go for that

Well, I like that the Hawks get Celebrini! The rest isn't so good. Hawks aren't signing Skjei, or any other UFA in this class, to a 6 year deal. Hawks won't target Skjei at all. They aren't going to block their young LD from getting NHL ice time. Not crazy about the DeBrusk signing either, but if he's willing to take a one or two year deal, so be it. Hawks keep Donato if all he's worth is a 5th. He's had a pretty solid season for the Hawks. Doubt anyone pays a 3rd for TRad, but Hawks would take that one. Hawks can't decline that Montreal trade fast enough. A one round pick swap isn't even close to take Anderson and his contract. I doubt Montreal would pay what the Hawks likely ask.

Gotcha, was wondering what the hawks would do this offseason but looks like signing big names doesn’t make sense if it blocks all the talent coming up for sure.

Hawks do need to sign or trade for higher priced guys just to hit cap floor! Cayden Lindstrom at 2nd OA will be a good consolation prize after sharks take Celebrini 1st!

They'll look to upgrade the roster with 2 or 3 UFA's who are willing to take one or two year deals at above market AAV. Like they did with Foligno and Perry last summer. Maybe take on a bad contract or two if they get a 1st or 2nd to take it. Don't see them going " big game hunting" in the UFA market before July '25 or '26.