We've been surprised at returns before. Actually about half of the time these days fans and analysts are off on the value/return for sought after players.
It depends on the range of offers being thrown out. If Stevie Y thinks keeping Drouin is toxic and a distraction, and knows he must deal him at some point, but the offers given don't even include 1sts, perhaps to do with the increased value of picks 1-14 due to the new lottery system, or because teams haven't bought into Drouin's abilities at the NHL level, then you might see him go for a lesser package than initially speculated.
Just like Dougie. Except he was far more proven than Drouin at the time of the trade. And Drouin doesnt have the physical stature/game to ensure a high floor, if he doesn't reach his potential.
I really think it'll be a decent (maybe salary retained) roster player, B+ prospect and some combination of 2nd/3rd/both if Yzerman doesn't hold out and opts to trade now just to deal with the issue.
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