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If you want to move Gardiner's K, you probably have a better suitor in NJD. They have a need for a LHD and have the cap space. You'll probably need to give some type of future asset (or retain salary) as well, but CAR has the 2nd round picks to play with and I'm certain NJD would LOVE to brag to NYR fans that they have their pick.
Also, Raanta will be a UFA in one year. This doesn't solve CAR's goalie issue, just kinda moves the pieces around (Mrazek and Reimer are UFA in one year too). They could use a younger, cheaper, just as good (or better) player in Georgiev, Jarry, or Samsonov who will all be cheaper than Foegele and a 3rd.
I also don't think that adding Chiasson helps negate the loss of Foegele. Foegele a BIG part of that 3rd line and is a + player with 30+ point potential and a lot of growth potential. Chiasson is an older, career - player, with low upside.
I think you're close, but this misses the mark by a bit. Let me know what you think though.