Quoting: Franking1
The big part of the trade was the 1st round (obviously top 10 protect). Then, I feel like Granlund is a good gamble to take ( like Tatar in the Pachiiretty trade) and it’s the type of trade MB would do because Habs are like in a simili rebuild ; we should look into the future But because we’re in Mtl, Molson wants to keep a competitive team. Also, I feel like Granlund is a good fit with MTL. He is Finnish and he could fit perfectly in the energic habs type of play.
For the preds, Tatar fills the need of a 2nd line LW and he is a better fit than Granlund. So, if they miss their shot on Hall, Tatar could be cheaper and maybe a little bit better right now. But, there’s still the risk that he flop like in Vegas and that’s what could make the preds hesitate. But, I think that if he play top 6 minutes, it should be a great addition for the preds.
But the Habs are trying to make the playoffs. Take any team in the NHL and trade away their top point player and what are they supposed to think? That's why Im confused. I understand what you are trying to do and frankly Im ok with it but is Molson? Are the Fans?
I'm ok with Nashville wanting Tatar and with Montreal trying to get picks and prospects but it has to come one or the other IMO this year.
If Habs are out of the playoff run, Tatar for picks and prospects.
If they are making the playoffs, why on earth would they trade Tatar now?
If Nashville is making the playoffs, they'd want to keep Granlund and Tatar.
If they are not making the playoffs, they wouldn't want to trade their 1st round pick.
Too many IF's for this to work exactly as intended at the moment. If at the TDL things are more clear, then maybe this trade becomes easier but right now its a lot of gamble for nothing.