Quoting: Paul13
What would Avs be willing to give up for Brodin IYO?
Not seeing the Wild play this season, my answer would be a dart thrown at dart board. First parting with Borodin would come at TDL, as Borodin as been one of the Wild’s best defenders, averaging 21 minutes per game. A player or players would need to pick up the slack from a departing Brodin.
I am at the disadvantage of elevating Brodin’s value (any Minny fans be kind) What I would consider imperative for the Wild is to acquire younger players. I pick J.T Compher and Josh Anderson for Brodin. If it absolutely necessary to have a replacement for Brodin’s spot, then Ryan Graves replaces Anderson.
I chose Compher cause he has speed. He can be center or a winger and is responsible away from the puck. He is 24 with a cash friendly salary and there can upside. Anderson is 21, still in his ELC, so it can a wait and see approach as well as an affordable defender for the Wild. Graves is 24, and to be offered a new contract next season, although he hasn't had a lot of pro experience. I would gamble on Anderson.
I tried to view this trade as realistic as possible. First, if the Wild were “desperate” to move Brodin, it would be I think a rebuild. He is at that stage in his career where moving him would be difficult, as it would take time to replace his level of skill. Second, I evaluated who the Avalanche would be deemed untouchable.