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Habs fans always seem to be trying to acquire big names. Ottawa doesn't need Guentzel. That cap space needs to be spent on RD, forward middle/bottom 6 2way vets, and goaltending help.
Sens have plenty of scoring. Their issues is playing better defensively and reliable goaltending. Guentzel doesn't solve either. He's a "hope they can outscore their issues" solution, which Staios doesn't want.
That contract for Broissoit isn't enough. And I'm not sure he'd be target. How many times will Sens trade/sign for backups in hopes of solving goaltending. I feel like if Staios makes a move at goalie, he'd be more for trading for a proven 1A/starter. Else, you're just wasting assets with hope.
I can see Brannstrom being traded, I don't see them signing him to a two year deal first. I also don't see him fetching a 2nd. He's mis cast in the Sens lineup.
I don't see Staios doing nothing at RD and hoping the draft pick fixes the issue. He made it clear when he pursued Tanev what he's looking for, and he's willing to pay for it.
To answer your question of "In Staios we trust or nah", trust is earned. So far, he's done fine. He's not making rash moves to save his job or win over fans. He's taking his time to analyze what he has and what needs to be done. But until he hires a coach, goes through the draft and off season, he hasn't done enough to earn trust.