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Certainly a key factor to consider. Again, I think Kesselring provides aspects to their blueline they need, so perhaps they’re making the best of a less than optimal situation.
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Some time to ruminate on it: it’s definitely a win for Utah, but if goal was roster piece necessity, Kesselring is an important upgrade to the Sabres’ blue line from a rock solid/toughness archetype. Doan could feature in a higher role.
It’s just less than I thought they’d get.
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At pick 6: Hagens is close to a best case scenario, but definitely possible he’s there. I just feel it’s “Michkov level” bit of luck if he is. That said, I think some size to go with skill should be a priority in the first round. This is also a trade-free mock. I expect we’ll see action there.
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If the Flyers received a very useful player for their current roster & say move back a couple spots or more, I’m more on board with a Martin selection.
But if top end talent like Hagens, Porter Martone, & Jake O’Brien at there at pick 6, that’s the direction you go.
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I think Martin is a solid “back end of top 10, high teens territory” pick.
He’s got that “nasty, playoff ready, keep you in the fight” makeup. A Mike Richards type.
But edge of the top 5 is a little too high for that kind of player.
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Couturier, Zegras, Cates, Abols main competition for Luchanko for the moment.
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Got the article in ;)
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Take for what it is: the Flyers refer to Zegras as a center in their press release, so I expect that will be his role at the start.
This trade possibly opens the door for Jett Luchanko to earn a roster spot, pending what the Flyers do on/after July 1st, the start of NHL Free Agency.
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Too late. Family will murder me. Catch up with it later.
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It is what it is, Kelly. :)
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Mind you: This doesn’t mean I’m against a Martone or O’Brien pick. I like both players & see their merits. This is just my educated guess.