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Originally Posted by Ford Prefect
I personally hope they keep one of Hanifin or Tanev…preferably Hanifin simply because of age. Defensemen typically take a long time to develop. There are exceptions of course, but they can take 3-5 years to be NHL ready, and then another 2-3 years to really find their way in the NHL. Having three veteran D like Weegar, Andersson and one of Hanifin or Tanev to stabilize things and mentor youngsters would be smart. Otherwise your rushing kids and/or relying heavily on bottom end UFAs like Oesterle.
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I would rather sign Tanev to a 2 year deal (ideally trade, then re-sign this summer).
I agree we need a stable presence on D, but we need it on the right side more than the left.
Weegar
Hanafin
Kylington
Soloyov
Poirier
Gilbert
Remove Hanafin and we have multiple players ready to play LD.
Remove Tanev and we are left with Anderson along with warm bodies.
Trade Hanafin, re-sign Tanev.