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simmer2 · 06-11-2020, 11:42 AM

After acquiring Kane (74 OVR), our Top 6 was getting crowded and 3rd line salaries high without much flexibility.

Our initial desire was moving Kane, but Hanni pushed for Connor and we put together a deal after a bunch of back and forth.

TO OTT
K. Connor (75)
M. Mueller (66)

TO DUCKS
J. Hughes
1st (OTT) 22'
L. Crouse (68)

This one is a gamble, hopefully somewhat calculated.

Hughes was the youngest player in the NHL last year on an absolute trainwreck of a team. He has incredible offensive potential and could be a great contract. If he can respond. He was the 1st pick for a reason, let's hope he steps up.

The 1st from Ottawa and Crouse offset my risk. Crouse had 15 goals this yr and at 22yrs old is maybe starting to hit his stride.

Connor is a stud and was top 6 in scoring in the league last year in the NHL. He will continue to perform strongly I suspect.

Thanks for the deal Hanni.

06-11-2020, 11:42 AM	#1
simmer2 Franchise Player Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Calgary, Alberta Exp:	Ducks move Connor, roll the dice After acquiring Kane (74 OVR), our Top 6 was getting crowded and 3rd line salaries high without much flexibility. Our initial desire was moving Kane, but Hanni pushed for Connor and we put together a deal after a bunch of back and forth. TO OTT K. Connor (75) M. Mueller (66) TO DUCKS J. Hughes 1st (OTT) 22' L. Crouse (68) This one is a gamble, hopefully somewhat calculated. Hughes was the youngest player in the NHL last year on an absolute trainwreck of a team. He has incredible offensive potential and could be a great contract. If he can respond. He was the 1st pick for a reason, let's hope he steps up. The 1st from Ottawa and Crouse offset my risk. Crouse had 15 goals this yr and at 22yrs old is maybe starting to hit his stride. Connor is a stud and was top 6 in scoring in the league last year in the NHL. He will continue to perform strongly I suspect. Thanks for the deal Hanni.