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Forum: Armchair-GMJun. 20, 2018 at 3:03 p.m.
Thread: Phi Trade
Thanks for feedback - I read on TSN that "Simmonds is on the Block". In the article it says Hextall, during an interview, noted that cap space was a factor and that there was some young guys in need of new contracts (Provorov and Konecny specifically mentioned). The article noted Simmonds name was not mentioned when Hextall discussed future key signings leading to speculation that Simmonds on the block. While I agree Philly would most likely be interested in adding a top player via free agency and trade - that addition doesn't necessarily have to come from trading away Simmonds. My offer of Dube, (or another FWD prospect like Mangiapane or Foo), Kylington, and Bennett, gives them young, decent, controllable assets in return for a rental. If Simmonds had more term - I agree he could fetch more, but as a one year rental I think my offer is more than fair. Each of the 3 prospects could likely get late 1sts or 2nds for sure and are close to NHL. As I mentioned in the description - CGY could add a pick on the condition of an extension. Philly frees up cap space for free agent splash and stocks some prospects! CGY gets the right-shot RW they need and a pick that they need.
Forum: Armchair-GMMay 30, 2018 at 2:15 p.m.
Thread: Fla and NYI trade
Fox is going back to Harvard for another year . . . and has not necessarily committed to playing for CGY in the future.
If we can flip him for a mid to late 1st then the timelines for getting that player into the lineup are not that delayed.

Then how about Bjugstad for Bennett and Dube?
I agree CGY window is opening quickly - so getting an established 1st line RW in exchange for Bennett and a guy who hasn't yet cracked the lineup makes sense.
If CGY waited for possible breakouts by Bennett and Dube - that may take a couple years!

I'm all for giving Brodie a chance to rebound after last year - having him clicking gives the Flames a better opportunity to win than handing minutes over to a rookie . However if the price is right, and coaches were confident enough in young D-men, I would take the picks.
Forum: Armchair-GMMay 30, 2018 at 1:03 p.m.
Thread: Chi trade?
Fair enough - I agree Kane is the most unlikely of the core to go.
However everyone plays the 'would be cool' game. Both of you commenting here that my idea will never happen - have created teams depicting scenarios where Chicago get John Tavares - another long term +$10 mill player.
How likely is that!!!
But aside from that - as for my cost:
Brodie should fetch a 1st and a 2nd, or a 1st and a couple 3rds.
Bennett - despite his slower development should still command a late 1st or a couple 2nds.
Kylington - is developing well and would command the 2nd (he was drafted at) plus more - probably another 2nd.
So if CGY offered 2x1sts, 2x2nds, and 2x3rds, Chi would listen.
Now you can argue that Chi would not be interested in this combo of players, but I stand by the approximate value of the package.
Thanks
Forum: Armchair-GMJul. 20, 2017 at 1:36 p.m.
Thread: Flames - trade with WPG
@KS42SL -
2017 - Marcus Johansson (26) traded for a 2nd and 3rd.
2017 - Panarin traded for Saad - just for cost certainty.
2016 - Taylor Hall (24 at time) trade for Larsson - a 23 yo with 2.5 NHL years and 37 points but a controllable contract.
2015 - Kessel (27 at time) and a 2nd traded for essentially Kapanen, a 1st and 3rd.
My point is for even a top 30 yo winger with 2 years left (1 year left if trade deadline deal as I suggested) on a team that will likely make some changes, the return I suggested isn't as illogical as you suggest.
You can argue maybe a mid round draft pick or another prospect should be added.
As for your Gaudreau comparison - Gaudreau (23 yo on a long term contract) is not an accurate comparable to 30 yo Wheeler on short deal. IMO Ellis>Rittich, Ferland>>Khaira, Kylington>>>>Simpson. WPG, depending on how Trouba gets handled may be looking for young controllable D prospects ready for NHL as soon as next year.