[GioforPM]

Originally Posted by GreenLantern2814

If Tkachuk is being offered for 2OA, and you’re presumably losing Johnny as well, just take the pick.

I suggested a month or so ago that a sign and trade with the Devils for both guys could make sense, with Jersey sending Hischier back this way.

Kicks off our rebuild, which can be furthered by trading Lindholm, who would return more than either, given his age, position and contract.

Continue to develop the defense internally, don’t overcommit to anyone, and set yourself up to tank for Bedard.

Won’t happen. Probably not the worst idea, but it won’t happen.

Why make this assumption. I'd assume the opposite - you need the cash saved from divesting Tkachuk to pay Johnny more.