I kinda like where your head is at, but I think you are a bit over-eager in a lot of these moves. Although it would be kinda nice to see the roster bolstered by veterans Benn and Leddy if the Ducks were making a run, there are enough defensive prospects in the pipeline that they should avoid acquiring expensive deals for old players who will still be taking up roster spots in a year or two. I do like Tim Heed as a cheap depth add.

As far as forwards go, I wouldn't acquire either ZAR or Johnston. Shore is a very versatile middle-6 forward, while Zach has yet to prove himself and is the same age. I do like the fact that you're adding picks, but if that's what you were going for, then I'd rather get more/better picks than bring on Zach, who isn't that young anymore. Ross might have been just a throw in piece in the Ritchie deal, but Ritchie is younger and more proven, so I'd rather hang onto him. Plus, it was a smart move to resign Grant for depth, so why not use him? Lastly, I don't think Lundestrom is ready for the NHL full time (at least not over Jones/Comtois), and I think Eaves is going to retire so no one is going to trade for him, even if its a 6th or 7th round pick.