Zero chance Dubois signs that extension and if he does he stays in Winnipeg.

PLD has a projected contract of 4-5yrs/6mil AAV. Not a PPG player stop acting like he's Eichel. If there is trade to compare Dubois to its Reinhart, not Eichel.

Contract projection per EvolvingHockey

Absolutely correct. Now that Fiala went to LA with minimal return, Dubois goes for less—significantly less. Doubtful Chytil is any part of a deal; same with Kakko or LaFreniere or Schneider. Lundkvist is at the top of Winnipeg’s returns.

Difference is that Minnesota doesn't have room and had to trade him. PLD said he wanted to test Unrestricted Free Agency during the next offseason no matter where who he plays for in 22/23, which delays the situation by a year. He is open to sign another year.

You’re of the belief that Winnipeg has the kind of room that qualifies as “safe”. Not really. With a third and fourth line, depth forwards and defensemen to add, $12 million sounds nice. But, shortly Pionk, Dillon, Perfetti will seek extensions. A huge decision is on the horizon regarding Hellebuyck.

I get your point, regarding Fiala and Minnesota. But, the Jets do not hold the cards on Dubois; property? sure. But, not a player looking at Winnipeg long-term. That’s working against Chevy.