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Murphy has progressed into a strong reliable defender for the Hawks. It is finally nice to see his skill set appreciated by people here. I think if a GM were to offer a 1st (especially if it were offer this year) it would be hard not to pass up. This deal is probably a bit off an overpayment, as when you think of a defenceman that covets a 1st, it is mostly offered to a defenceman who has offensive skills.
I can’t say Murphy is that type of defenceman, but he has shown flashes of offence, and looks comfortable on the blueline making plays, and occasionally going deep in the offensive zone.
The drawback to trading Murphy, is he does consistency fill a hole. As it stands, I don’t see anyone who would fill the vacancy.