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Hamilton and Pesce are out maybe for the rest of the year so he'd be a good addition for this year but I'm not how we would make it work long term since Skjei has several years left on his deal. I'm guessing Hamilton or Pesce would be trade bait. Doubt anyone would be interested in Gardiner without retention and/or paying someone to take him.Canes later 1st for Skjei could be a good deal. I like him a lot, reminds me of Slavin/Pesce plus he has offensive upside. Really good at getting shots through. Big, smart, and a great skater.
I don't see how we get Skjei without moving Gardiner.
Long term it just doesn't work surely.
I don't think it is a desperation move. Canes were looking for a LHD BEFORE Hamilton got injured. Skjei fits what they are looking for and he's 25 and locked up to a reasonable deal for 4 more years. To me, a desperation deal would be trading for a rental defenseman.Skjei is a desperation move. Not what we need. I hope this is all smoke and mirrors.
Is a tremendous skater. With NHL size (6-3, 211 pounds), he can play a shutdown role quite effectively. Is also capable of logging a lot of ice time. Possesses some offensive upside, as well. Must get stronger and learn to use his big frame far more to his advantage in order to keep opponents honest. Is not a natural power-play quarterback. Is a bit raw in terms of his overall skills.
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