I'm with Enoch ... I don't think you move Stone yet.
a) I've never been as down on him as others, he's a pretty good containment defenseman. He has little transition, but he keeps guys wide and seals them well. Some numbers ... Stone's high danger chances against per 60 minutes last year was 3rd on the team behind Giordano and Hamilton, and ahead of Brodie, Hamonic and Kulak. He just doesn't get in much trouble.
b) Stone has had the ability to move up the roster and play top four minutes for short to medium terms. That's hugely valueable on a hockey team if one of Brodie or Hamonic get hurt. This might be alleviated if Andersson can do the same thing.
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