In the end with both Lindholm and Hanifin I think you're waiting for cap to open up for teams this season (retention and slotting space as the season goes on), and then for teams that also want to re-sign the player so it's not a pure rental.
That combination of things probably gets you the best return.
Buffalo has locked up their young core now...so wonder if they would look at Hanifin because they've been porous defensively and wanted to take a step forward this year.
Columbus still feels like the most interesting fit for Lindholm - if they get off to a decent start and can stay in the playoff picture they could make a move I think.
Carolina remains the other team for Lindholm - BrindAmour loves him and they had a great relationship and I think they could look to really go all in.
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