There was very little leverage with Huberdeau. Treliving was negotiating with both hands tied behind his back, and his mouth taped-shut.
Tkachuk for Huberdeau, Schwindt and a 1st (that I think has a great shot at being a very high first) is still a great deal for Tkachuk. Add Weegar for 82 games (if healthy) plus playoffs is another way to look at it. If he signs, that's a bonus. I would rather Treliving have the leverage again so that he can ice the best possible team down the road as well.
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