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Originally Posted by Dogbert
I don't see this as particularly terrible for Edmonton. Dubnyk wasn't going to be able to succeed there; goaltenders' value is low across the board; and more picks and prospects aren't going to help. Hendricks' contract seems heavy now, but will be more manageable as the cap increases in the near future; furthermore, he provides the toughness and work ethic the Oilers lack, and may be able to influence some of the slackers.
Also, you're crazy if you think Edmonton's through making moves. Could be setting up something else.
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Just like the Smid deal was part of something bigger?
This is just a horrible deal, plain and simple. MacTavish and Lowe are autistic.