trick9
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Right. So a shake up deal could be Kuznetsov + someone like Lapierre. And/or someone else like Alexeyev?
I see McMichael and Fehervery being the young blood they need to push the vets. Akin to 2017-18. That said, if the team likes Alexeyev more and he’s basically on track for the same timelines, then that’s the other option.
so what’s does a deal that has:
Kuznetsov
Lapierre
Alexeyev/Fehervary
High Draft Pick
get the Caps?
I don't think many teams that are looking to trade a star player want to bring back Kuznetsov in return. Certainly not the Sabres, for example. Then there are the teams on his no-trade list. If he's involved in a huge trade then there is likely the need for a 3rd team that wants him. Even then they will likely need to bring back salary in return. Only sort of hockey trade with Kuznetsov involved i see right now would be with the Wild if they decide to move one of their D's because of expansion draft. That would still leave the Capitals with a glaring hole at center though.
I still think that they will get solid offers for Kuznetsov. There are lots of teams that need a top-6 center and those really aren't available so maybe some of them will overlook his red flags and take a shot with him. The problem for the Capitals is that i don't see those teams sending us a center back. And like i said, there really isn't that many options around to replace him. Each of the available ones come with their own red flags.