I don't see why Arizona does that. Their Asking price for Chychrun alone was 2 1sts+

sharks probably do that.

theres 2 first

Yes the problem is the plus's also has to have value and Vejmelka is a worth a 1st himself easy, if Arizona even wanted to move him

its not like their getting nothing in return in terms of both D and Goalie, and if the demand for chychrun was two first last year its gotta be a little less now that a years gone of the contract and his play didnt increase his value from where he was at. hence why hes been trade bait for over 365 days

Please, please take Labanc.

ive watched him play hes had a lot of bad games this year maybe new bad habbits or something but hes still a very good player with potential just over payed and not delivering on what they hoped for him

I wouldn’t trade Mitts for LaBanc straight up,
let alone add a 3rd

Mitts is younger, has more points, and we’re finally starting to see him develop bc he’s been able to stay healthy for the 1st time in a while


I’m assuming you’re not a Sabres fan?
It’s not a horrible trade, but still- it doesn’t make a ton of sense for us either

He's had a relatively good year but the coaches hate him and scratch him all the time. He's great on the power play, sets up great plays but isn't committed defensively.

He's got a baby due soon so maybe that's on his mind. He also bought a house in SJ this year.

At least make it Phil 2nd, take out Bryson and give them Johnson's rights.

I get your point but A) hes not that much younger B) Labanc is a way more complete player that has great production potential given a proper fit a way. and will give the sabers a way better chance of making playoffs and help the younger guys on how to win in the playoffs. i think this thread isn't understanding what labanc can add cuz he plays out west.

And i think you’re underrating Mittelstadt
It’s not a deal we’d do imo

your gonna have to move decent players to get better players

Sure
But Mittelstadt is not a spot we are trying to upgrade
And it’s arguable just how much of an upgrade LaBanc even is
Especially since Mitts is still young & getting better
This is the 1st season Mitts has stayed healthy, & there’s been a dramatic jump in production

If we were gonna move him,
it’s much more likely (imo) that he’d be one of the pieces in a package to get a guy like Meier