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Originally Posted by FlamesAddiction
Yeah, exactly.
The Flames obviously believe that Lazar has top 9 potential. If they thought he was only going to be bench filler or a tweener, no way do they give up a 2nd for him. Because a player is just good enough to get 4th line ice-time isn't generally worth a 2nd round pick even if most never get that far.
I think right now, this trade has about an even chance of working out great, bombing or just being OK. Basically, both sides have valid concerns about the assets involved.
I think for this trade to be a win though, Lazar has to be a top 9 forward. Either a top 6, or above-average 3rd liner. Not next season, but within the next 3 seasons.
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There's no question they like Lazar very much. It's not a trade based on the idea that the pick is worth very little so why not. Hopefully it's based just as much on scouting his recent play as it is on old draft day notes.