Both trades are pretty ridiculous

Tatar had 4 years left on his contract when he was traded, that's the main reason the Wings were able to get so much. Nyquist is a rental and Wings will be lucky to get a 1st, more likely they'll get a 2nd+

There is zero chance Devils, or any team really, is trading a 1st for a 34 year old goalie

I completely agree with the first the statement and it wasn't so much of the years left but consistency of scoring from the time Tatar joined the Wings till he was traded no had scored more golals for the wings than he did.

Yeah I like gus and a second maybe a late first from a team like Winnipeg or boston trying to load up but I don't think you get much more than that. If you move Howard get the best pick you can and thank him for all his hard work.

No reason to buyout E's contract when he only has one year left. Nyquist could get us a 1st round pick from a team desperate enough that can afford to move a pick AND could afford to re-sign in the off-season. Colorado comes to mind who has a couple extra picks and plenty of cap space to re-sign. Another team that comes to mind who'd be willing to part with a 1st rounder is buffalo since they have 3. They are somewhat shaky after that top line. Only difference is they'd most likely not be able to re-sign him. Howard could get moved but I dont see it happening unless we lower our price. Toronto could use a strong back up going into the playoffs with Freddy's injury history. But I don't see them willing to give up picks. Personally, I'd prefer Toronto prospects over their picks. Other than that, the only way he's being moved is if a contender's goalie gets hurt long term. Kind of like Philly's situation they were in last year when they acquired Mrazek.