I think Florida would really benefit from getting Laine, placing him with Barkov could work really well. His value shouldn't be too high right now either since he just came off a not great season and he is a RFA. So a prospect and a couple of picks should get the job done.

Putting far too much weight on Laine’s most recent season. He is an absolute sniper. Far better for CBJ to get him a good C than to give him up in this type of deal.

Thats a good point and I totally agree with you, I just think it would be cool to see Laine go to Florida and play with Barkov.

From the reports I've read, Laine isn't going to be traded unless Jarmo is blown away by the offer. I don't think this happens, but such a trade would have to include Lundell and CBJ would have to add extra pieces, probably Jones. I know that Panthers fans and Zito don't want to give up Lundell, but Zito was the AGM of CBJ just last season and he would have a pretty good understanding of what CBJ has to offer.

Unless Florida wants to lessen the load on Ekblad by acquiring Jones and they're aiming for a Cup next season, then Laine isn't going to Florida. I don't think the two teams make for good trading partners.