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Originally Posted by Tyler
You wouldn't give up Baertschi for Kane? You nuts dude??
Baertschi might not even make our team next year and Kane is a big 30 goal scorer
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I am saying that. Kane is a great talent and I think he's the exact kind of player that Burke is looking for but his attitude problems and off-ice distractions are not something Burke likes to tolerate. He has said in the past that character is an an important attribute in the players he wants on this team. Baertschi is known for his work ethic, tenacity, and his strong character on and off the ice.
I know lots of people seem to think baertschi is expendable because the flames have gaudreau... But don't forget, smaller super-skilled guys like him and Patrick Kane tend to get injured on a more regular basis. It would be nice to have both baertschi and gaudreau going forward.
I would like to have evander Kane for sure even with his apparent character flaws... But I would only want Burke to do a phaneuf-style trade to do it... Not prospects or high picks. I doubt this could happen so I would rather sit that trade out.