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Perhaps the tension between Formenton and DJ Smith reflects concerns about off-ice behaviour?
I like how Formenton plays, but the London gang rape noose is tightening around his neck.
With 4 LW available in Tkachuk, Joseph, Connor Brown, (assuming they hold on to him until the TDL) and Ridly Greig, I would be looking for ways to move him thousands of miles away from Ottawa asap before the London incident becomes a huge club problem and distraction.
IMO, a package of #7 overall, Formenton and Brannstrom (+ Zaitsev and another pick or prospect) should do the trick, as it should be sufficient to acquire Top 4 D Jacob Chychrun from Arizona, perhaps with another depth player for Belleville like Dineen.