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I appreciate everyone's input and like that it's constructive instead of the usual " Calgary says a hard no while laughing behind your back #emojis"
Personally, I think Neal with Matthews would bring out the Neal we seen with Vegas (full of confidence). But I agree, Nylander > Neal. He was an acquisition in order to get Andersson.
I only threw in the 1st for the Jenner deal as I figured that would be what it takes to pry him away from the Jackets. He's more physical (and bigger) than Kadri but without the drama. Used as a shutdown role, he isn't there for scoring and has a wonderful cap hit for the next 3 years. Meanwhile, Columbus is on an upswing, could use more Offense, and I think Kadri would be used in such a role which would make him agree to waive his NMC to move. No doubt an over payment, but one that is a win for the Leafs.
Carrier did have a great year which is why I'd like to see his energy on the Leafs. I went with Picks as Vegas will need to shed some Cap this year. Maybe a lower pick and a 7th?
What would be a fair trade for Ratcliffe? Going with Brown as part of the package.
As for the Expansion draft (which I never thought of) wouldn't Sparkes contract be up by that time anyway?