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Originally Posted by driveway
You think goal-starved Pittsburgh would be willing to give up a 1st to get Hudler? What about Tampa Bay? They're currently out of the playoffs and not exactly lighting it up. They've also got to worry about showing Stamkos they're serious about winning.
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I really wouldn't get my hopes up for returns for Hudler or Jones. Second tier wingers generally do not get much. Cammalleri couldn't even garner a 2nd round pick and Jones is no better than Glencross, who although returned two 2nds was pretty much a disaster for the Capitals, I don't see teams making that mistake again. Russell might return a 2nd as defensemen are always needed come playoff time.
This year's tradeline could be significantly impacted by Stamkos situation. If he's not signed, he's going to get traded and like Kesler two years ago, that might stall the entire trade market and Treliving could be stuck without a trade partner for Hudler and Jones, who really are not significant pieces to add to a Stanley Cup contender.