yeah, trading a 26 year old center signed longerm doesnt seem like a smart idea unless you are getting a HAUL
would be really, really stupid unless it is in a package for a stud young forward...especially because it sounds like they are (rightfully) trying to move Hamilton as well. Nemec is a very interesting player because he thrives with big minutes. He did so earlier this year and also in the playoffs last year as well as in the Olympics. It seems like when he plays 3rd pairing, he kind of stinks. but either way, right shot DMen that young hold a ton of value
I have a feeling that Pettersson to Carolina happens by 3 on Friday. They obviously don’t want to retain any for 7 more years, no one wants to or could afford to bring him in at full rate. If they agree to take Kotkaniemi I think they could get back a decent package like Nadeau and both CAR/DAL 1sts.
For the picks we gave up and splitting the cost he's a great pickup If we gave up a player and/or had to pay full salary it'd be worse but he absolutely fills a need for Dallas