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Josh Erickson

7:45

They're in on guys, Trocheck in particular, to address the never-ending 2C hole. I've wondered about Brayden Schenn as an option there too. I know the Blues have had some reported interest in Jesperi Kotkaniemi to make the money work for Carolina longer-term.

Drew

7:45

It seems like Minnesota may not land Trocheck, but Nashville looks to be trading everyone. Does that mean ROR or Stamkos might have a shot of going to Minnesota?

Josh Erickson

7:46

Everything continues to tell me both players are staying put. Can't be sure on O'Reilly, but Stamkos has full trade protection. He said he isn't waiving it, at least not at this deadline, and I believe him.

Sad

7:46

Who is the front runner for Kadri now that the Avs picked up Roy?

Josh Erickson

7:47

I would say Minnesota. A lot of it is contingent on what happens with Trocheck, obviously, but I'm inclined to believe that the Flames would accept whatever offer the Wild have on the table for Trocheck for Kadri considering the relatively low price I felt like they took for MacKenzie Weegar.

DDub30

7:48

Do think the Isles move JGP OR Lee to get some more assets to meet the Blues asking price on Thomas or Kyrou ?

Josh Erickson

7:49

No. They're both so well-liked and they don't need to acquire more assets to make an appealing deal. They'll have to be okay with moving Calum Ritchie in either trade, but they don't need to stockpile more prospects and assets to get it done. Whether they're willing to part with what's required is a different question.

Kyle Dubas

7:49

What do I do now with Crosby out and Malkin likely getting suspended? Could they trade Skinner for center?

Josh Erickson

7:50

Malkin's been playing the wing exclusively for the past several weeks anyway, but it became clear yesterday they were looking for a center (they have interest in Teddy Blueger, as we wrote) even with just Crosby sidelined. I honestly can't see Malkin's suspension being any longer than two or three games considering the precedent so I don't think that affects their plans at all.

SpeakOfTheDevils

7:50

What do you see the Devils doing today?

Josh Erickson

7:51

Honestly? Nothing. I don't see a market for any of their pending UFAs. The only move to be made is a top-six forward for Nemec, and unless they've been in on Kadri or Trocheck without anyone reporting it, I don't see that happening.

SadBANDITS

7:52

What kind of return should Flames fan expect in a Kadri deal? Retention or not?

Josh Erickson

7:53

The contract term given his age is enough of a concern that I don't see them landing much more than what Washington just got for John Carlson. A first-round pick and a prospect that maybe has a bit higher value than that third-rounder. The caliber of the prospect likely hinges on how much the Flames are willing to retain.

NhaTrang

7:53

Josh, I don't really have a question. I just want to say that I appreciate your knowledge and hockey savvy, and while I don't always agree with you, you're always worth reading. Thank you kindly!

Josh Erickson

7:54

Thank you very much!

Tyler

7:54

Do you see the Blackhawks making any meaningful trades today, or primarily only offloading veterans on expiring deals?

Josh Erickson

7:55

I don't see anything bigger than the Dickinson move they made this week.

Robrob

7:55

Realistically, IF the Wild were to trade Wallstedt. Who is the BEST center that would be available for trade. Or name a team that has a center and needs a goalie that the Wild could trade with.

Josh Erickson

7:56

The only team with a center in talks that needs a high-impact goalie like Wallstedt is the Blues with Robert Thomas, but Minnesota hasn't been in that conversation and there's an argument to be made that the Blues are comfortable with Hofer and don't see a ton of added value in Wallstedt. I don't see a C-for-G swap out there for them.

Panthers fan

7:57

What would a trade for Bobrovsky look like

Josh Erickson

7:58

I do think it will take a first-round pick, despite the nightmarish season he's had. Florida made clear they value what he's done for them and won't be moving him for the sake of simply getting an asset out of him before he hits UFA this summer. Likely a first-rounder, some goalie depth/insurance for next season, with the Cats needing to retain some salary for the next few weeks.

8:00

I know there's a bunch more questions to get to, but at some point, the trades will start coming and my job is to write about them. I'm going to wrap things up here for the morning, but want to thank everyone for a great session. We'll be wall-to-wall today as always, so stick around!

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