Weird trade. I honestly think there isn't a right or wrong answer (coming from a leafs and flames fan)
Toronto probably wins this trade though
Tkachuk is way better & it’s not even close. Marner has just been riding Matthews’ coattail his whole career. Put Tkachuk in Marner’s position & he scores 50 goals.
Tkachuk is like 8 months younger and is making less on a bridge deal
But I think Toronto wins
I think neither wins. They both are playing in Canada, northern climate, overly regulated, overly taxed, and would probably love playing in FL Or AZ with the sun and low taxes And year round golf.
Tkachuk is making way less and is slightly younger
I would prefer to have tkachuk because of his style of play. I think Marner is a bit more talented hockey player, but tkachuk brings and edge to go along with his skill.
It has nothing to do with age or contract though, in my opinion. They are essentially the same age. And after this year, when his bridge deal expires, tkachuk will be earning a comparable salary to Marner
I think neither wins. They both are playing in Canada, northern climate, overly regulated, overly taxed, and would probably love playing in FL Or AZ with the sun and low taxes And year round golf.
lol. Marner's a home town boy. Also doesn't hurt he gets paid a **** ton in sponsorships.
In general most NHL'ers like playing in Canada since most NHL'ers are Canadians.