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Created by: OldNYIfan
Team: 2022-23 Anaheim Ducks
Initial Creation Date: Jan. 13, 2023
Published: Jan. 16, 2023
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Description
Just a rather fanciful dream about the ideal trade deadline scenario.

This is a "quality over quantity" draft strategy: instead of two picks in the 58 to 64 range and one in the 81 to 92 range, the Ducks get one pick in the 26 to 32 range and one pick in the 41 to 48 range. (Basically, we're giving up the Minnesota pick and Klingberg to upgrade the Colorado and Boston picks.) Via other moves, Anaheim picks up the Colorado 2024 first and Washington 2024 second in return for Kulikov and Shattenkirk and some cap relief for other teams.

If only the other teams would cooperate!

If that defense doesn't guarantee a top-3 draft pick, I don't know what would.

Remember, it's all a pipe dream, although I have made an effort to be realistic.
Trades
1.
ANA
  1. 2023 3rd round pick (COL)
Additional Details:
mandatory exchange by now
NYR
  1. Kulikov, Dmitry
Additional Details:
mandatory exchange by now
2.
ANA
  1. Gudas, Radko
  2. 2023 2nd round pick (FLA)
Additional Details:
We get a better second-round pick and an RD to keep us above the cap floor in case the Lucic deal shown below doesn’t go through
FLA
  1. 2023 2nd round pick (BOS)
  2. 2023 2nd round pick (COL)
  3. 2023 3rd round pick (MIN)
Additional Details:
Florida gets additional draft capital and sufficient cap space to reactivate Anthony DuClair
3.
ANA
  1. Lucic, Milan
  2. 2023 2nd round pick (CGY)
Additional Details:
Calgary makes room for a trade deadline acquisition of their own
CGY
  1. 2023 6th round pick (ANA)
  2. 2024 7th round pick (ANA)
4.
ANA
  1. 2023 1st round pick (CAR)
Additional Details:
Only 6 teams are worse on the power play this year; Carolina has a history of trading back in, or out of, the first round
CAR
  1. Klingberg, John ($3,500,000 retained)
  2. 2023 2nd round pick (CGY)
5.
ANA
  1. Zaitsev, Nikita
  2. 2024 2nd round pick (WSH)
  3. 2024 4th round pick (OTT)
Additional Details:
Later of their two 2024 seconds and earlier of their two 2024 fourths; by agreement with another CapFriendly pal, Sens are using the earlier of the two 2024 seconds for another trade
OTT
  1. Shattenkirk, Kevin ($1,950,000 retained)
Additional Details:
Virtually player for player this season but Ottawa dumps Zaitsev’s $4.5 million cap hit next season; retention necessary because Shatty’s contract is backloaded this year
6.
ANA
  1. 2024 1st round pick (COL)
COL
  1. Henrique, Adam ($2,912,500 retained)
  2. 2023 3rd round pick (COL)
Additional Details:
Avs get their 2023 third back and get to keep their 2023 first
Buyouts
Retained Salary Transactions
DraftRound 1Round 2Round 3Round 4Round 5Round 6Round 7
2023
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2024
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2025
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ROSTER SIZESALARY CAPCAP HITOVERAGES TooltipBONUSESCAP SPACE
23$82,500,000$69,101,667$0$4,200,000$13,398,333
Left WingCentreRight Wing
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$894,167$894,167 (Performance Bonus$2,500,000$2M)
C, LW
RFA - 3
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$925,000$925,000 (Performance Bonus$850,000$850K)
C, LW
RFA - 1
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$1,450,000$1,450,000
RW
UFA - 1
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$2,037,500$2,037,500
LW
RFA - 1
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$5,000,000$5,000,000
RW, C
UFA - 5
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$3,650,000$3,650,000
LW, RW
UFA - 3
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$1,295,000$1,295,000
LW, RW
RFA - 2
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$1,800,000$1,800,000
C, LW
RFA - 2
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$5,250,000$5,250,000
RW, LW
M-NTC
UFA - 2
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$5,250,000$5,250,000
LW, RW
M-NTC, NMC
UFA - 1
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$1,500,000$1,500,000
LW, C
UFA - 1
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$425,000$425,000
C, RW
UFA - 2
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$750,000$750,000
C, LW, RW
UFA - 1
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$775,000$775,000
RW
RFA - 2
Left DefenseRight DefenseGoaltender
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$6,500,000$6,500,000
LD/RD
M-NTC
UFA - 4
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$4,500,000$4,500,000
RD
M-NTC
UFA - 2
Logo of the Anaheim Ducks
$6,400,000$6,400,000
G
M-NTC
UFA - 5
Logo of the Florida Panthers
$2,500,000$2,500,000
RD
UFA - 1
Logo of the Anaheim Ducks
$950,000$950,000
G
UFA - 1
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$850,000$850,000
LD/RD
RFA - 2
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$850,000$850,000
LD/RD
UFA - 1
Logo of the Anaheim Ducks
$762,500$762,500
LD
UFA - 2
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$750,000$750,000
LD
RFA - 1
ScratchesInjured Reserve (IR)Long Term IR (LTIR)
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$2,750,000$2,750,000
LD
UFA - 1
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$925,000$925,000 (Performance Bonus$850,000$850K)
RD
RFA - 1

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Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:31 p.m.
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Calgary is going to have anywhere from 4 - 6 million to make an acquisition at the deadline, there is no need to spend to get rid of Lucic when they can just ride out the rest of this deal.
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:34 p.m.
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Quoting: WranglerWranglin
Calgary is going to have anywhere from 4 - 6 million to make an acquisition at the deadline, there is no need to spend to get rid of Lucic when they can just ride out the rest of this deal.


I agree that they don't need to move Lucic if they're only going to make ONE major move at the deadline. I think that they might well do more.
Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:41 p.m.
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Klingberg doesn't help the Canes. They have Burns. PPQB isn't the issue. It's a system problem, not personnel. And the Ducks are not getting a 1st for Klingberg
Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:42 p.m.
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Better off playing libor and keeping the pick instead of doing something to do something.
Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:44 p.m.
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Quoting: OldNYIfan
I agree that they don't need to move Lucic if they're only going to make ONE major move at the deadline. I think that they might well do more.


I don't disagree on the surface of that argument but when you get into it, I don't know if Calgary has the horses to make multiple moves at the deadline without moving out a Dube, Mangiapane, Kylington, Toffoli, Zadorov type player.

If they make 1 acquisition in the 4-6M range you would have to think a 1st round pick or a top end prospect would be involved? Calgary can only move the 2023 pick because the other two are ladened with conditions from the Monahan trade, if they move a top prospect I think Wolf is the only untouchable so you're looking at Pelletier, Zary, Coronato. Other teams will likely outbid any deal based around those guys. The ability to make a second big splash evaporates pretty quick.

If the Flames were to make a couple moves that would bring in 6M+ in cap hits, who do you think they would target?
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:45 p.m.
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So the worst team in the NHL gets Gudas and Lucic, Yeah i don't think so.

And Shattenkirk isn't waiving for no Canadian team, Especially one that's not making the playoffs in Ottawa.
Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:46 p.m.
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Quoting: Caniac2000
Klingberg doesn't help the Canes. They have Burns. PPQB isn't the issue. It's a system problem, not personnel. And the Ducks are not getting a 1st for Klingberg


I don't have the Ducks getting a 1st for Klingberg. I have them moving up roughly 24 places at the top end of the draft, which is far, far removed from getting a "pure" 1st. Now you can argue that Klingberg isn't worth even that much, which is your right, but setting up the straw man that Klingberg is getting a first here is an egregious mischaracterization.
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:50 p.m.
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I don't have the Ducks getting a 1st for Klingberg. I have them moving up roughly 24 places at the top end of the draft, which is far, far removed from getting a "pure" 1st. Now you can argue that Klingberg isn't worth even that much, which is your right, but setting up the straw man that Klingberg is getting a first here is an egregious mischaracterization.


Is the team acquiring Klingberg giving up a 1st? Then he is returning a 1st. You can argue Klingberg+, but a mid to late 2nd doesn't hold much value for a team that would be interested in acquiring him. Nothing involving Klingberg and that 3.5 million is worth giving up a 1st right now unless he's coming with like Troy Terry.
Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:52 p.m.
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Simply my opinion, but:
-Kuli=yes.
-I really, really think the Panthers aren't going to sell. They may end up treading water, but if anything, I seem them looking to add some mid-dman.
-Lucic won't waive, so it's a pointless discussion. I'd like it, but it is what it is.
-If there's a 1st coming for Klinger, that's the type of deal I see, but it won't be the Canes.
-I think I'd want more to eat Zaitsev's deal for the Sens. It's probably fine, and Shatty likely brings back a 3rd at best, but I don't know...maybe add a mid-level prospect?
-I still love the idea of Rico to Colorado. Guy is a gem and deserves to be on a good team.
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:55 p.m.
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Quoting: WranglerWranglin
I don't disagree on the surface of that argument but when you get into it, I don't know if Calgary has the horses to make multiple moves at the deadline without moving out a Dube, Mangiapane, Kylington, Toffoli, Zadorov type player.

If they make 1 acquisition in the 4-6M range you would have to think a 1st round pick or a top end prospect would be involved? Calgary can only move the 2023 pick because the other two are ladened with conditions from the Monahan trade, if they move a top prospect I think Wolf is the only untouchable so you're looking at Pelletier, Zary, Coronato. Other teams will likely outbid any deal based around those guys. The ability to make a second big splash evaporates pretty quick.

If the Flames were to make a couple moves that would bring in 6M+ in cap hits, who do you think they would target?


My feeling is that the ability to make a deal WITHOUT having the other team retain is highly valuable, and makes up for the lack of extensive resources you illustrate.

REALLY big-ticket guys like Kane, Toews and Karlsson are unrealistic, not just for their contract trade restrictions. But you might be after the St. Louis free agents and/or Chychrun and Gostisbehere (both of whom are alleged to be able to play on the right) or Matt Dumba.

I concur that this is all very iffy, hence my Team Title. Thanks for the discussion!
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 3:56 p.m.
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Simply my opinion, but:
-Kuli=yes.
-I really, really think the Panthers aren't going to sell. They may end up treading water, but if anything, I seem them looking to add some mid-dman.
-Lucic won't waive, so it's a pointless discussion. I'd like it, but it is what it is.
-If there's a 1st coming for Klinger, that's the type of deal I see, but it won't be the Canes.
-I think I'd want more to eat Zaitsev's deal for the Sens. It's probably fine, and Shatty likely brings back a 3rd at best, but I don't know...maybe add a mid-level prospect?
-I still love the idea of Rico to Colorado. Guy is a gem and deserves to be on a good team.


Thanks, pal!!

(I had in my original Team Explanation that Lucic would waive because he wants to learn how to surf, but I thought it a little flippant and anyway, someone could point out that he had that chance when he was with the Kings.)
Jan. 16, 2023 at 4:04 p.m.
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Is the team acquiring Klingberg giving up a 1st? Then he is returning a 1st. You can argue Klingberg+, but a mid to late 2nd doesn't hold much value for a team that would be interested in acquiring him. Nothing involving Klingberg and that 3.5 million is worth giving up a 1st right now unless he's coming with like Troy Terry.


Oh, I see how your mind works. So if Anaheim trades Klingberg and all three of their second-round picks for Boston's first-round pick, then "Klingberg is bringing back a first."

Gotcha. Now we all know what kind of weight to put on your evaluations.
Jan. 16, 2023 at 4:14 p.m.
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Oh, I see how your mind works. So if Anaheim trades Klingberg and all three of their second-round picks for Boston's first-round pick, then "Klingberg is bringing back a first."

Gotcha. Now we all know what kind of weight to put on your evaluations.


At that point, the major point of the return is no longer Klingberg. That's not the same. Glad I've gotten to see how your mind works, now I know not to validate your thoughts anymore
Jan. 16, 2023 at 4:34 p.m.
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Ottawa accepts.
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 5:10 p.m.
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Gentlemen, your thoughts.
Jan. 16, 2023 at 5:10 p.m.
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If the Canes were going to make any move for Klingberg, it would have happen last deadline or this off-season. There straight up isn’t a need for him anymore. At best, Klingberg and his 3.5mil would be on the 3rd pairing, or just straight up sitting in the press box. If the Canes are going deadline shopping on Ducks players, the most likely candidates would be either Comtois or Vatrano.
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 5:12 p.m.
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If the Canes were going to make any move for Klingberg, it would have happen last deadline or this off-season. There straight up isn’t a need for him anymore. At best, Klingberg and his 3.5mil would be on the 3rd pairing, or just straight up sitting in the press box. If the Canes are going deadline shopping on Ducks players, the most likely candidates would be either Comtois or Vatrano.


Thanks for the input!

I'll try to find someone else to take the sti . . . er, gentleman.
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 5:14 p.m.
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Quoting: OldNYIfan
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Gentlemen, your thoughts.


2014 1st, that is fine with me. I am a fan of Rico, this makes sense for both teams IMO.
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 5:22 p.m.
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Is the team acquiring Klingberg giving up a 1st? Then he is returning a 1st. You can argue Klingberg+, but a mid to late 2nd doesn't hold much value for a team that would be interested in acquiring him. Nothing involving Klingberg and that 3.5 million is worth giving up a 1st right now unless he's coming with like Troy Terry.


Lol what a weak argument.
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 5:29 p.m.
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Lol what a weak argument.


By this "logic," Philadelphia trading van Riemsdyk and their first for Toronto's first would be "van Riemsdyk brings back a first" instead of "van Riemsdyk is a cap dump."
Jan. 16, 2023 at 5:48 p.m.
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To me, that's a good value for the Avs and the Ducks
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 7:16 p.m.
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Avs say deal. Looks fair to both teams. Maybe the Avs throw in another lower pick if it gets them Andersson or the Ducks keep the third.
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Jan. 16, 2023 at 7:26 p.m.
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Quoting: coga16
2014 1st, that is fine with me. I am a fan of Rico, this makes sense for both teams IMO.


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To me, that's a good value for the Avs and the Ducks


Quoting: TJTwolf
Avs say deal. Looks fair to both teams. Maybe the Avs throw in another lower pick if it gets them Andersson or the Ducks keep the third.


Thanks, guys. Appreciate the input.
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