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Originally Posted by Aarongavey
I think the folks against picking up Eichel are forgetting that what we would have to give up for him should lead us to a high draft pick in 2022 and 2023, which could be good for the rebuild. I would not give up anything in the pipeline (prospects or picks) but I would give up almost anybody on the current roster. As long as (outside of Tkachuk and Valimaki) no assets under the age of 24 are given up I am fine with an Eichel trade.
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Well, that's certainly something to look forward to and definitely another reason to make the trade.
Who the hell is going to make a trade that forces you into a rebuild when the player you are acquiring to be the centerpiece of your team is a UFA when those picks are ready? Counting on picks in 2022 and 2023 means expecting those players to be ready and contributing in 2025 and 2026. Eichel is an UFA in 2026. Back to square one.
Also, no way is Buffalo biting on any deal where assets under the age of 24 are not included. They may take a couple assets in their prime, but they will be demanding a couple for the future as well. You're not getting away without offering up one of your best prospects and at least one 1st. The deal will probably be two top end roster players, a top prospect, and a 1st round pick. Too great a squeeze for not enough juice.