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Originally Posted by kyuss275
Did they? I thought devils never put mercer in the deal. Could be wrong.
I personally don’t see Markstrom bringing back 10 overall on his own. Even with retention.
I’m going to say it’s something like this:
Markstrom and 28th pick for
10 oa , Jake Allan, and a 3rd/4th round pick.
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My understanding was the Flames went to Markstrom about waiving when NJ said they’d include Mercer w/retention, and then Fitzgerald pulled a fast one.
I could be wrong.
In any event, Mercer helps the Devils more than a 10th overall pick will.
The Devils don’t really need defense, as has been pointed out, and they don’t need more forwards, especially if they’re keeping Mercer.
They do need a reliable veteran goalie.
So I agree with your trade, probably seems enough to get it done. Tinker on the edges as necessary.