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When does it take place? is there an extension? There are too many variables to judge on its own.
From NJD view...
Before deadline, with team-friendly extension...yes, maybe
Before deadline, with cap-busting extension...no, nowhere close
Before deadline, without extension...no, too much
After season, before draft, with extension...probably a little less, and fewer pieces, similar to Fiala deal
After season, before draft, without extension, arbitration elected...no, way too much
After season, before draft, without extension, no arbitration elected...no, way, way too much
After season, after draft, with extension...probably a little less, like Reinhart deal (and with 2024 pick)
After season, after draft, without extension, arbitration elected...no, talking Buchnevich return at that point
After season, after draft, without extension, no arbitration elected, qualifying offer make...no, may not be net positive...(comp Max Pacioretty return)
After season, after draft, without extension, no arbitration elected, no qualifying offer make...no, would be mid-round pick alone for UFA rights