It sounds like they moved out Jokinen primarily because of budget issues:
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The Maple Leafs receive a first-round pick, plus prospect Brendan Leipsic and veteran center Olli Jokinen. Shedding Jokinen's $2.5 million contract helps the Predators fit Franson ($3.3 million) and Santorelli ($1.5 million) into their budget.
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