Quoting: mnwild1790
Sorry to rain on your parade but not happening. Tampa's too smart to not maximize Cirelli's return. Here's how Cirelli would find Winnipeg:
Cirelli offer sheet would net 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for Tampa. Tampa could easily fix lower end of lineup by signing UFA's to 1-2 year deals. That would better maximize their return for Cirelli. I would add to that offer if you are to convince them to trade before FA and Offer sheet period.
I guess I don't understand your point of view because, imo, this offer is more than the 1st, 2nd and 3rd picks they would get through an offer sheet and the prospects I'm offering are closer to being able to contribute to their team, in their window, than a draft pick would be.
1st vs 1st
2nd vs Vesalainen (who was a 1st round pick and is expansion exempt)
3rd vs Smith (who was a 3rd round pick and is born in Tampa Bay, so having a hometown kid would be appealing)
Niku (who is NHL ready and can be a contributor immediately on a minimum deal)
How much more do you think Cirelli returns via trade? I've offered essentially 2 - 1sts, a 3rd and a roster Dman. All pieces fit their area of need.
I'm curious what a better offer that is out there for Cirelli considering that virtually no salary can come back in trade unless it's an ELC or league minimum caphit.