we miss leo k
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If Ben Chiarot pulls in a 1st+4th+B-prospect, there's no way that package gets Scott Mayfield - he's younger than Chiarot, has a lower cap hit that doesn't need any retention, and isn't a pending UFA at the end of this season - you get him for 2 playoff runs, not just one. You might think it's an overpay, but blame Florida then - they've set the standard, and it would be foolish for Lou to take less for Mayfield.
If Varlamov would waive for Toronto, that deal is close but probably needs a nudge more. A 1st straight up for Varlamov is fair (again, you're getting 2 playoff runs out of him since he's signed next year as well.) Mrazek is a negative asset at this point and if you want the Islanders to take him back, then you have to include a pick, which is there. But the Islanders aren't just going to eat $2.5M this season and next out of the goodness of their hearts.