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simmer2 · 05-25-2012, 05:08 PM

Well it has been an interesting last few days as the Blues acquired Carlson only to turn around and move him. Here is how the deal went:

TO SHARKS

John Carlson
Anders Nilsson
2 3rd Rounders in 13'

TO BLUES

Jordan Staal

We recognized a shortage of quality centers in the league and had a glut of d-men. While we really like Carlson and his contract, we also know that Staal is a top center defensively and is great offensively.

We may have paid a bit much but think it helps our squad in the long term.

Thanks Logan for the deal!

05-25-2012, 05:08 PM	#9
simmer2 Franchise Player Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Calgary, Alberta Exp:	Well it has been an interesting last few days as the Blues acquired Carlson only to turn around and move him. Here is how the deal went: TO SHARKS John Carlson Anders Nilsson 2 3rd Rounders in 13' TO BLUES Jordan Staal We recognized a shortage of quality centers in the league and had a glut of d-men. While we really like Carlson and his contract, we also know that Staal is a top center defensively and is great offensively. We may have paid a bit much but think it helps our squad in the long term. Thanks Logan for the deal!