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Originally Posted by Jacks
I wouldn't worry about it too much. Vegas and Florida a few years back had no problem with lots of new faces all at once. I think the key is that you have to be bringing in high character guys which I think we have. If Treliving can find a way to land Karlsson that would instantly turn us into a serious contender. Not sure how the cap would work but if you can land one of if not the best defenceman in the league you make the numbers work.
Edit: Can you imagine a Gio - Karlsson first pairing? ridiculous.
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Who are you giving up, worth about 5 mil per year in order to accommodate EK salary for 1 year? The cap we have is mainly earmarked for Hanifan. If it costs you Backland for 6 years for one year of EK, would you do it? Because there isn't a snowballs chance in hell you could resign him without giving up another big piece up front. 2 years of Erik Karlsson costs you 2 significant pieces up front, probably a few of picks and prospects as well for the trade. I just don't think it's worth it.