Joined: Jun. 2019
Posts: 2,351
Likes: 851
Well, gotta say, it is an interesting idea. I don’t hate it, even though I do like kubalik. The only point of discussion that I would put forth is: would a trade like this essentially signal that our window is closed? Kuba clearly does help the team now. Does he put us over the top? Maybe too soon to tell. However, if we got the extra pick and used one on askarov, that solves a HUGE problem that needs addressing for the future.
I know I got the moniker of “glass half empty” fan, but I still think, as it stands, this team isn’t a playoff team even next year. There’s too many variables in this team that work against us. The young defense still isn’t ready to take over, Crawford is always a question mark considering his personal life and vertigo, and for all our offensive talent, it doesn’t seem to be harnessed the right way with JC’s system.
I like the idea though. I do like kuba and might turn away from the trade, but it starts a great discussion if people can be unbiased and impartial about it. Askarov would solve a very important question at goaltender.