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Originally Posted by Nelson
I think the Leafs did better to get Muzzin for a late 1st and two 2nd round prospects than the Flames did to get Hamonic for an early 1st and two 2nd rounders.
This is because:
(1) I think Hamonic and Muzzin have had comparable seasons so far, but I think Muzzin has had a much better career, and I think Muzzin is a better defenceman than Hamonic; and
(2) I think the chances of the Kings getting a better prospect than Noah Dobson are low, and I think the Islanders generally got a better return from the Flames than the Kings got from the Leafs.
But I definitely understand the people who argue the Flames' trade was better because of Hamonic's contract. Hamonic's contract, at least this year, does provide tremendous value.
Ultimately, I don't think its really helpful to compare the deals too much. From the Flames perspective, I think you could argue the Flames would rather have Dobson and two other high picks for the future, but the Flames wouldn't be as good without Hamonic this year.
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Hamonic was also 3 years younger when he was traded. Muzzin is about to be on the wrong side of 30.