Kuemper returned a 1st + young 2nd pair D. Varlamov should return a 1st

Varlamov is old asf, and they were in a bidding war

Varlamov is 3 years older than Kuemper. He’s 33 and has been a top 5 goaltender over the last 2 years. A late 1st is realistic

That was an egregious overpay to begin with, either though Varlamov might be worth one second, definitely not 2

Every player signed, both RFA and ufs with get more money, some signings are off way more then others, everyday favours the islanders a little to much.

Decent deal I would be into if we didn’t have kosk or could move kosk for any positive return but since likely need to pay to move kosk contract I don’t think combining the costs is really worth while it’s an upgrade but not a big enough one to justify all the required movement. Nice reasonable try appreciate not seeing a first and high end prospect like seen numerous times.

Yeah no kidding, an Edmonton fan wants to rip us off. Lmao look at comparable trades before you just talk out of your ass.

Its 22-23, Koskinen isn't under contract anymore.

That's a bad comparable.. haha Keumper wasn't worth that. It's that simple. Rip you off? I didn't realize my opinion carries any weight in a professional General managers decision.

Right bc that's obviously what I meant🤡🤡🤡.
And by the way Varlamov is a lot better than Kuemper. If Varly is dealt he brings back a 1st.

Fair enough I missed that. Don’t hate the deal depending on this coming seasons performance.

Tbh if he continues playing at the level he currently is, I wouldn't move him for less than a 1st but that's just my opinion. I wouldn't despise this trade.

We will see what happens. Holland does seem to favour older goalies so this is something I can see happening.

one second for a top 5 goalie in the league on a very reasonable contract?!?! ONE?! insanity.