Werenski is going to cost way more than that

For Werenski, based on age, years of control, and overall stats, ability and potential, it would start with at least Turcotte or Byfield, and probably an A prospect (if Turcotte is the centerpiece) or a B prospect (if Byfield) and a 1st.

I think it takes more than 2 years to be “one of the best teams”. In 21-22 they will probably be a fringe playoff team and might make it in. In 22-23 they could be a legitimate playoff team. But that would make it 23-24 before they are a legitimate cup contender. That is reliant on a number of prospects and young players to continue to develop without setbacks.

That being said LA has done a great job of drafting and developing so far and will be fun to watch in the coming years.

For Werenski I think CBJ requires a 1st to go with Turcotte which LA should not do because if they have a setback that could be another OTT or SJ situation. They can try it before the 2021 draft and do the 2021 second (LA) and the 2022 second (LA) but I still think CBJ would want something more without the first.