Makes sense for both teams. The Sabres need to rebuild and they get another 1st round pick. The Blues need to make some noise in the playoffs and they need to improve the team now.
With that said, I'm not sure if this is a good move for the Blues. They give up another 1st round pick. Are they really improved? For me, Ryan Miller has evolved into a Luongo type goaltender for me. He's still in his prime, but he hasn't really played at an elite level the past few years. Perhaps he's an upgrade over Halak and Elliott, but I don't think goaltending was the problem for the Blues the past couple of years. And what about Stewart for Ott? The Blues are getting a different player but Ott hasn't been in the playoffs in 7 years.
Overall, I think the Blues do get better but not a whole lot. Certainly not worth a 1st round pick IMO.
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