I think Zaitsev at 4.5 is better than both Shattenkirk at 6.65 or Myers at almost anything over 6.

Except Zaitsev has 5 more years on his deal. If he can’t regain his rookie season form then VAN would have another bad long term deal on their hands. I know Shattenkirk isn’t anywhere near the player he used to be, but with only 2 years left on his deal there’s almost no risk in acquiring him.

If the Canucks take on all of Shattenkirk's salary, they could definitely get him for a reduced price. But more than just a salary dump in Biega. While it's nice to bury him in the minors for no charge, would need a 3rd attached. Or maybe a Leivo or Goldobin. Some variation.

Goldobin + 3rd would actually be win-win-win... Canucks get rid of a logjam of bubble players in Goldy and a mentor for Hughes/Juolevi, Goldy gets a fresh start on a team with young players and a bunch of ice time up for grabs, and NYR gains a potential offensive threat as well as shedding Shattenkirk's contract. I like that.

Considering the Rangers are reportedly considering a buyout if they can’t find a trade partner, I think just Goldobin straight up for Shattenkirk would be more than fair without adding any picks.

Not buying him out. Year 2 of the Buyout (as of the way his Contract is structured) is a back breaker. Even if he isn't the player he was, he is still a competent RHD. There is enough value there to move him than to resort to a Buyout.