Have you considered that a second round pick is actually a really valuable asset? It's not like people want to chuck him away for nothing, but if he continues to trend with third line potential as his upside, it could be worth it to take the second rounder and try again. Not every prospect works out, look at Tim Erixon. It's important to be able to cut your losses if you need to.
Not saying he will bust, but if he doesn't seem like a prospect you would like to draft in the second round by his senior year then absolutely pull the trigger.
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