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Originally Posted by The Original FFIV
The biggest issue with Acquiring Eichel is the probability of doing so. It’s premised on Buffalo not getting offers better than what we are prepared to do. By all accounts, our prospect base is lesser than what others who are in the Eichel sweepstakes have and by virtue, our offer would be less attractive than other teams. I see this ending with us as the bridesmaid again.
Treliving speaks in vague terms of improving the team. I’m coming around to the idea that this will involve addition without significant subtraction. We have that extra second rounder in the Bennett deal, maybe that or our own second can be used to take on a decent player (albeit not elite) that will help our top 9. Example. Is the team improved with Lucic not playing in our top 9? Probably. Qualifies as improving the team.
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That’s assuming those teams are willing to part with their blue-chippers… I don’t see teams willing to give up a Drysdale/Zegras/Rossi/Kakko type piece. Zero chance a Lafreniere or Byfield gets moved too.
Zary and Pelletier are both top 50 prospects, if both are included with a 1st and roster player that’s a competitive offer. It wouldn’t surprise me if the Flames had the best deal on the table right now and are playing the waiting game right now to see if Buffalo blinks.