OP's solid attempt at praising Petry but the man has 3 years left at $6.2M as a 34 years old and his play completely tanked this year... do I believe it will be that bad for the rest of his contract? I'd be surprised, but I don't see him being THAT valuable since he's expensive for a contender, but too old for a rebuilding team. Even for in-between teams, he can't shelter a D prospect properly because HE needs to be sheltered, as amazing as his play is at times, he just plays better with a stay at home D.
And then I wonder how much value those prospects we give away have. Tuch seems like a long way and Norlinder is a coin flip. Ylonen seems like the closest to the NHL at this point, but can he be a top 6 guy?
I'm sure the Yotes can get more from Chychrun alone - maybe one less prospect but better quality. Then Crouse is added to?
That 2023 1st rounder, assuming unprotected, COULD be interesting though, but then too many variables in play to make sure it's a top 3 pick that could be worth the trade.
From Montreal's pov, it depends how they look at the prospect pool, but while Chychrun fills a position of need, that D is still UGLY. Price one year older after not playing another year. And forwards are the same... so do you want to give out a chance at a lottery pick?