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Old 05-27-2016, 03:05 PM   #4432
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Originally Posted by SuperMatt18 View Post
You don't draft a player or make trades for long term prospects based on if they can make your roster next season.

It will cost more because Puljujarvi is a great prospect but it doesn't mean you have to ask for a player that fits into your lineup right away in return.
Which is why if they trade down and move the #3 pick they will want someone who can play now as part of the return, as well as picks.

I'm clearly doing a horrible job trying to make a point so I'll stop now.
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