Doubt JVR is taken by Seattle without Philadelphia paying of them to take him.

Kings decline. They need higher ceiling defence, not bottom pair/AHL calibre ones. Lemieux brings the physical play they need and don't have much of in the organization. They're not moving him for something that doesn't help.

Panthers pass. Quennville isn't a big fan of only offensive defenceman. He wants guys that have at least a decent 2way game and that's why Yandle has fallen out of favour. Bringing in Gostisbehere is only a lateral move and solves nothing.

Predators don't even consider that. You're asking for a top 20 defenceman for a cap dump, a 2nd overall bust, a mediocre prospect, and a pick in a wild card draft. Not enough to entice them here.

Leafs decline. Management already said they're not moving any of the big 4, and the value isn't there for them to consider it. If you want Nylander you're going to have to drastically overpay. They can probably get Konecny without having to move Nylander if they wanted.

Calgary passes too. Gaudreau started fitting into Sutter's system better towards the end of the season and Sutter loves Lucic so he's not a cap dump for them. Not saying that Gaudreau won't be available, but you're likely paying higher than middle 6 wingers or bottom 4 defence for him. Likely starts with Konecny on that deal.

Leafs arnt moving rheir best contract for a guy who isnt as good and a 2nd doesnt tip the scales