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Old 04-03-2023, 10:07 PM   #14084
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Originally Posted by GioforPM View Post
But why? A 3OA is a 3OA. And the two top 5s were obtained pretty early in their careers.

A drafted 3OA is a ‘free’ add to the team, but trading for a 3OA requires subtraction of good players, prospects, and/or future picks. They are also more likely to be cost-effective during their RFA years. Lindholm and Hanifan are rare examples of high picks traded during their RFA years and signing decent deals.
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