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StrykerSteve · 05-23-2014, 06:43 AM

Gio's had one great season. He's been in the league for a long time. If you can trade him for the first overall pick, I feel you should do it.

He was hot garbage 2 seasons ago. His value has never been higher. Sure, he may have turned some imaginary corner and will be a Norris contender and leader for the remainder of his career... Or he may prove that last season was an exception, not the rule.

Either way, if you can walk away from a draft with the top defenceman and top forward, a rebuilding team has to consider it.

I love Gio, but just dismissing the idea seems irresponsible, from a business standpoint.

05-23-2014, 06:43 AM	#59
StrykerSteve Ass Handler Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Okotoks, AB Exp:	Gio's had one great season. He's been in the league for a long time. If you can trade him for the first overall pick, I feel you should do it. He was hot garbage 2 seasons ago. His value has never been higher. Sure, he may have turned some imaginary corner and will be a Norris contender and leader for the remainder of his career... Or he may prove that last season was an exception, not the rule. Either way, if you can walk away from a draft with the top defenceman and top forward, a rebuilding team has to consider it. I love Gio, but just dismissing the idea seems irresponsible, from a business standpoint.