Staal would be a big one - anchor the 2nd pairing, long term successor to top pairing.
Boychuk would be a solid addition to 2nd pairing as well, but Staal would be ranked ahead of him IMO.
Franson I see as a guy primed for an overpayment - good player, but not worth what he will get. At a reasonable price, the 3rd best option
Green may cost less now, but he would only be a slightly better Wideman at this stage.
Methot does not adequately upgrade Russell, and likely commands more than should be committed to a guy not guaranteed top 4 minutes (due to the depth chart and being a lefty)
Up front, I would not be interested in many, due to the glut of forwards in the system, and the lack of outstanding younger talent in the UFA pool, but a good veteran like Ward would fit, especially as he plays on the RW. Older, but a late bloomer, so may have more tread left on the tires.
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