About the Semin comparisons:
Semin might not have had a glorious career overall, but for a few years that guy scored 30+ goals per season. Career high 40 goals and 84 points.
You don't build around guys like Semin, but if you get them at their peak, every team can find a use for that extra firepower.
Essentially, if you think Drouin might have attitude problems, you don't give him NTC:s or term, or overpay in a trade. Other than that, no problem. Losing a bit in a trade isn't the end of the world, and worth the risk in a case like this.
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