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I take in mind that both ANA and NYR are looking to turn the page for both respective players. Giving Lias a chance to develop in the NHL over a guy like Nick Shore who has constantly been just ok in his current 4th line C role. I think Lias could have a great future in Anaheim on the wing as well, playing alongside fellow countryman Isac Lundestrom. Starved for C depth isn't the best wording, but Lias is readily available to play important NHL minutes even with the minimal exposure he's had in the league. He's a solid young 200 foot player that I think would fit in well with ANA. In terms of shipping him off fo Kase? Maybe not, but he's a player I could see being part of a larger trade between NYR and ANA. I'll attach a link as well where Sportsnet (Elliotte Friedman) has stated that "The Anaheim Ducks could be willing to help out teams that need to move out some salary." Maybe not necessarily a big ticket guy, but it seems that Anaheim is looking to take on some older, veteran talent for some younger pieces. I appreciate your comment as well, sorry for the large text lol. The big picture here is both teams taking a chance on players that haven't truly panned out for either side.