rktkt66
Joined: Jun. 2018
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As a Sabres fan, I'd love that Minnesota trade but I think there's less than a zero chance it ever happens - Pegula isn't going to swallow his pride and pay $5M for the next 5 years on Eichel, even if Adams and his staff lobby the logic of maximizing the return. And by some miracle that the Sabres agree to retain 50%, I can't see Guerin caving in by giving up his top 2 prospects AND two 1st rounders.
I suspect Calgary and Vegas are the more likely partners because each is 'win now' mode and shown themselves to be willing to deal prospects/picks - but if the Wild were to be the partner, I'd be thrilled if the package for Eichel was reduced to Rossi + 1st rounder + Rask (or Zuccarello, if he would waive his NMC) for Eichel with no salary retained.