So you are letting Korpi & Murray just walk away? The only reason to sign Milano is to trade him. He is done in Columbus. Jacket will not be signing Mrazek either. You also have to give Ottawa the 1st round pick in 2020.

I think Murray and Korpisalo would be a good package trade to Montreal for either picks to make up for keeping Duchene, or for Drouin if the Jackets don't keep Duchene and they can shake him loose from Bergevin. The Habs were unhappy with him to end the year, but he was a high profile acquisition so perhaps they give him more time and just move the picks. It's a team that needs a steady strong skating LHD to pair with Weber and backup goalie to actually win some games when they give Price the night off.

I also agree Milano is heading for a change of scenery trade. I think a team like Vegas who will need young cheap players coming up and have the picks to spare would be a good trade partner.

They may go after a goalie with starting experience to allow Merzilikins to ease his way into the NHL. I think a guy like Varlamov will come cheaply and would be willing to take a short term prove it contract. They could also take the trial by fire approach and keep both he and Korpisalo and see if either can be starting NHL goaltenders.

Yep, done dealing with Murray's injuries at terrible times. Milano is a speedy winger who will get one last shot to prove himself, Mrazek deserves that contract so that's why in this "hypothetical" situation I gave it to him. Ottawa should get that 2020 1st round pick.

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