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Forum: Armchair-GMJul. 25, 2016 at 12:22 p.m.
Thread: Add Some Bruins and Holland = Stanley Cup?
Chara - He would have to waive his NMC to come to Anaheim so I don't think it would be valid during the expansion (similar to how Lubo waived his, but was traded to NYI). If it would, yeah the trade probably doesn't work. Ducks have young, puck moving defensemen, but need a big body and Stoner isn't reliable. Manson is physical, but not in the same punishing way as Chara. Chara brings a big, physical presence as well as veteran leadership that the Ducks will need in the playoffs. Plus, if Bruins retain salary, you are getting a good player for decent salary (his salary goes down another $2M in the final year of his contract.)

Despres - Don't think Despres would be worth more than Elias. I doubt the Canes make that trade, but maybe they are trying to rebuild and picks look more valuable to them. If you are worried that Despres will have more value, don't think it will be more than E. Lindholm even at any point in the season.

Tanguay/Hudler - Ducks already had their cheap, veteran (Raymond). They weren't good enough last year and we will need at least 1 (preferable 2) young wingers to take the next step. Adding another stop-gap veteran forward won't help this group.
Forum: Armchair-GMJul. 5, 2016 at 3:23 p.m.
Forum: Armchair-GMJun. 9, 2016 at 11:31 a.m.
Thread: 2016-17 Anaheim Ducks
Updated: Shipped Stoner to Arizona.

I agree with the internal cap. It would be nice to go out and try and spend a little extra especially in this case where you could possibly get 2, first round picks (which would be great cost controlled, protected assets for the Expansion Draft).

I think Fowler has been great, but his skill set seems redundant with Lindholm, Theodore and possibly Montour and Larson coming up.

Vatanen has more offensive upside and can quarterback the power play (something that Fowler has not been shown able to do). When push comes to shove, I'd rather give Vats $4M over keeping Fowler.

Etem is awful (as a first/second liner), but I really like him as a bottom six guy (younger Cogliano) who can occasionally move up if needed. I like that he is local and think he needs another shot. Hopefully some confidence would do him well, plus he's got a good motor and nice forechecker. A fourth line of Garbutt, Wager and Etem would provide great energy and all of them are quick and can get in on the forecheck.