[TheScorpion]

I don't hate Simmonds, per se. I understand the need for toughness in the lineup and Simmonds can certainly provide that element. He's been a good player in his career and he seems like a good guy.

He's on pace for about 35 points. That's what bothers me. In my opinion, giving up anything of significant value for that production would be a mistake. I don't think he'll move the needle much in any positive way in terms of underlying numbers or actual counting stats. Hits, sure, but it strikes me as just trading for another Neal.