Quoting: Stanley_Cup_To_Manhattan
Don’t understand why Habs fans think he’s worth a 1st.
I don't think he's going to Winnipeg because the fans obviously don't want him to, but there's an argument for that price. Doesn't mean it's guaranteed, but it's more likely than not. (At this point, the market can change the availability of some players.)
Why?
- Comparable stat line to Lindholm but cheaper, both in terms of cap hit and cost to acquire.
- There will be more teams after Monahan than Lindholm, and even more after Lindholm is moved.
- Market is pretty sparse for rental centers with production (power play or otherwise).
Why not?
- Some teams may still be hesitant about injury concerns. (Easily solved by adding conditions to picks.)
- He's at the top of the rental market. Some teams may prefer non-rentals.
- There were a lot of moves last year and therefore less assets on the market (such as 1st round picks).
If "your" team doesn't "need" him, great.
That has nothing to do with his value.