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Originally Posted by Infinit47
Why not keep Gaudreau for another year and simply add a value winger who can score at a moderate pace. There are still some available.
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A few reasons:
1. First and foremost, if you no longer believe Johnny Gaudreau can be your best offensive player in the playoffs, you have to trade him.
2. You have a unique opportunity to replace Gaudreau with a recent Hart trophy winner for nothing but money.
3. Gaudreau’s contract makes him more than just a rental for the acquiring team, and allows you to add an extra blue chip prospect or pick to the system.
Now, if you believe Johnny can elevate and find that next Kane level, don’t trade him.
If you believe you can keep him past two years, definitely keep him.
If not, make the best of the situation. Gaudreau to Hall is at worst a lateral move.