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The Canucks are my second favourite team, so I'm not being Blue-Biased.
I see many upsides to Vancouver.
First, this trade solidifies the Center Position 1) Tavares 2) Miller. Canucks become weaker on defence but could now make a serious offer to Klingberg. Holl is a serviceable 6-7 dman at best, and with the salary retention, he becomes an option to bury if need be.
Now for the buds.
This spreads out the salary dispersion better over the front and back ends. It strengthens the blue line and slightly weakens the offence. Still, the Chatham native comes closer to home and should be a solid 2nd centerman and hopefully finds chemistry with Nylander and company. JT will not be replaced; he is a career point gamer.
I was so excited when JT signed with us but... logistically since, it has been problematic for the team as a whole.
JT Good luck, please agree to this; BTW., the Island is beautiful. Thanks for everything!