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Doubt that Severson waives for WPG, and trying to move him this early in his contract is probably not a good thing for the organization and signing UFAs. He was on pace for a similar total as last year and that might not be enough but it's way too early to try pulling the trigger and moving him. There's really no reason to add Ehlers, especially after adding Marner. Just let the young guys guys battle for that last top 6 spot.
I don't think Toronto is going to take Merzlikins. Replace him with Severson (if you think Pesce is a must-although more than likely you're burying Jiricek). Your proposed trade frees 3M-KJ's contract, which essentially makes this a futures trade for Marner + a cap dump trade.