I actually think the Pens came out pretty good from that deal.
I doubt Neal is a PPG player on the Preds. His production will probably be similar to that of Hornvist, not to mention rumours of him having an attitude problem.
Hornqvist is a decent 2-way player easily good for 20-30 goals who may produce more in Pittsburgh just like Neal did. Then get Spaling, who is young and adds depth.
Excellent deal for the Pens IMO.
Neal does add a little more grit to the Preds though, and they do need that, so I can see why they made the deal.
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