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Originally Posted by PeteMoss
I think its an overpay, but not ridiculous to the level mentioned here by some. Boychuk is a good player and he'll really improve their back end.
The Islanders want to (need to) make the playoffs this year. Its different from the Flames giving up 2nd rounders for 30 year old players.
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Completely agree. For the Islanders, it is just what they need. Not having any picks this summer will suck, but solidifying their D, and (possibly) making the playoffs, is what their franchise needs, not more 2nd round picks