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The CBJ are in a position that they have not been in for their entire existence.
They now have prospects in the system that are very skilled and highly regarded (have some value) around the league:
Bjorkstrand, Dubois, & Carlsson.
Abramov, Thurkauf. & Vigneault, are right on the cusp of emerging in this group.
In my opinion, Milano is still a very big question mark, I think he goes long stretches nowhere near the puck and looks confused as to where he should be.
The Jackets are definitely questionable up the middle at this moment in time.
Jenner prefers LW. Dubi is aging and maintaining 2C status, but would be better suited at 3C. Wennberg is young and learning quickly, holding down 1C for the present time. Sedlak is serviceable 4C (possibly 3C).
They definitely need another 1C or 2C player.
I realize Avs would be looking for a C in return, but I say hold on to Dubois & Thurkauf since they play C and may soon develop into a top 1C/2C in the next couple years.
Try and entice with trade off Murray, Milano, Anderson, and a 2nd (or yes, 1st if need be).
If they don't take it, be prepared to walk for another option later in the season as the trade deadline approaches.