Wow... go away for the weekend and come back to see this happened! I thought for sure this would drag into August, but I'm glad it didn't.
I was fully on the re-build train as well, but that was when I thought the return would be for picks/prospects/young players. No idea a Huberdeau-centred package was even on the table.
This is a great trade by BT. For Tkachuk who wasn't going to sign, to get a elite LW, top-pairing D, good prospect and a 1st round pick.... crazy.
Hopefully Huberdeau and Weegar sign extensions, but if they don't/aren't willing, then trade them this summer and collect more picks + prospects. Yes, BT kicked the "can down the road", but he can still turn them into more assets.
Being a fan is much more fun & interesting when you're battling for the division/playoff spot, instead of draft position.
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