Naw, NJ's 1st ( currently 5th OA) and Bahl should do it. More intuned to what GMBA is trying to build.
That's... actually true. Do I do that if I'm Jersey? I don't know, but I'd have to think about it. They have enough young top end forward talent, maybe it's time to get a superstar young D. Also Chychrun and Hamilton would be a fun 1st pair to watch, they'd average like 6 shots per shift.
Just came in here to say that I think if a deal's made, imo Chychrun and Fox would probably be the D best pair in the NHL over the next decade-ish. Not sure if it's worth an overpayment (or how much of one) but I could see you guys making something happen if you want to try to manufacture a cup window while guys like Panarin / Kreider / Zib / Trouba etc are still in their primes or close to it.
Earlier in the year I though NYR wasn't really ready for a cup run compared to teams like TB, COL, FLA etc -- now I think who knows, Shesterkin gives you a chance against any team. If he plays lights out in the playoffs I don't think anyone would be surprised if he wins a series or two by himself just like King Henrik did for however playoff runs.
Something to think about for NYR fans. Imo an overpayment might be worth it honestly, Chychrun is actually a good player and easily become a perennially dominant D if he plays on a good team (he hasn't had that chance yet). Up to you guys