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Yup, Domi is a little overpaid, but in Montreal, we don't have much of a choice if we want good players. It's been like this for the past 20 years.
Also, even with the 3rd pick, I don't think the team who got to draft a potential Franchise player would trade down. I don't think Edmonton would have traded their first pick (McDavid) for a lower 1st pick and somme other assets. Same goes for Lafreniere.
As for Byram, he must be in the Top 5 players who don't play in the NHL yet, so I would be very surprised if he was traded. Having Girard as a local guy + 2nd and 3rd picks is a really good return because you have to consider Price's contract length and cap hit. He will be 39 when his contract expires and Byram will be a Top 5 D in the league. If we'd acquire Byram, we would have to retain a big portion of Price's contract. That's why I'm happy with Girard and picks.