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Originally Posted by MrMastodonFarm
The window might be open but it's still early spring and nights get cold. Wait another season when Gaudreau, Brodie, Monahan, Giordano, etc aren't all having off seasons and the window is open wider then go for it. Summer isn't here. And yes, only having one pick, weak draft or not, in the top 90 is going all in. This bold type of strategy should only be for the true contenders.
Weak draft doesn't mean no players are available. 2012 was seen as a weak draft but Shayne Gostisbehere, Colton Parayko, Jake McCabe are still drafted outside the 1st round.
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If Anything, perceived weak draft is a time to stock up on quantity if the perceived value of picks is lower. If Eaves is going for a conditional 1st rounder this year, get some 2nds and 3rds for guys who would normally go for 4ths and 5ths.
You don't have to hit home runs all the time, just graduating competent NHLers is what you need.