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Originally Posted by blender
Interesting, because the topic was being discussed on NHL radio this afternoon (comparison of Pacioretty and Stone). I find the afternoon guys generally uninformed and I disagreed, but the consensus seemed to be Pacioretty.
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I'm not sure who was included in that discussion but it sounds just as ill informed as the suggestion on the last page.
Especially when we're specifically talking potential acquisition cost.
Pacioretty will be 30 next year when his contract ends, and looking to cash in big time. I'd want no part of him on his next contract which I think significantly diminishes what teams would be willing to move for him.
Stone is 25, an RFA after this season, and his next contract would include his prime years. He's also a right shot RW and one of the most complete young wingers in the game.
The very fact Pacioretty is widely rumoured to be available and Stone is not (one would think Ottawa would want to keep him to re-build around) should speak volumes to the cost either would garner in a trade.
Stone is widely considered one of the best wingers in the game. Pacioretty is middle of the pack headed toward his back-nine. Can't say what you heard discussed but it sounds entirely off the mark.