Like others, I think we need a true second pairing 2-way defenseman to play with Russell.
I think the best way to achieve this is to put together a trade package with Backlund as the main piece going the other way, after you sign him.
Then move Colborne to his natural position and boom, there you have a big C who can win faceoffs on the 3rd line and has pretty good speed and physicality. Kill 2 birds with one stone. Only problem is losing Backlund who I like but you have to give up to get.
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