16 Sep 2014 14:39:23
If the Sens can't resign Ryan they should try to trade him to Detroit the Caps or Philly.

First I thought maybe Ryan for Kuznetsov at the deadline might work. The risk for the Caps that Ryan won't resign with them so maybe Ott adds a pick. And for Ottawa the risk is that Kuza doesn't live up to his potential, so maybe both have to add picks or prospects. Is this possible or unlikely?

Second I thought Ryan a 2nd and 3rd 2015 to Det for Jurco and Tatar (i know he's signed till 2017/18) but if Ryan signes with Detroit it would work.

For the Philly trade it should be Voracek or b. schenn coming back to Ottawa.

Thoughts?

1.) 16 Sep 2014
Actually a solid trade

2.) 17 Sep 2014
Zero chance the Caps trade Kuznetsov. He's a top-tier prospect and the Caps have been eagerly awaiting him finally coming to the NHL. They're already eyeing him to take over the 2nd line center position after his limited play last season. He's going to be very good, it would be insane to give him up for another winger, especially one with just a year left on his contract and looking for an $8mil+ payday following that.