JD Young examines three defensive trade targets from Frank Seravalli’s top 20 list, exploring their potential fit with the San Jose Sharks’ rebuilding efforts.
Bowen Byram of the Buffalo Sabres stands out as an enticing option, offering offensive upside and the potential to become a franchise cornerstone. However, his injury history and likely high acquisition cost present significant considerations.
Rasmus Andersson from the Calgary Flames brings offensive skills to the table, but recent defensive struggles raise questions about his long-term value. Connor Murphy of the Chicago Blackhawks rounds out the trio as a steady, defensive-minded player whose penalty-killing abilities and leadership could stabilize San Jose’s blue line.
Young weighs each target’s strengths, weaknesses, and potential impact on the Sharks, considering system fit and acquisition costs. This episode provides an in-depth analysis of these defensive options as San Jose looks to strengthen its roster through trades.
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5 players I would like to kick the tires on, Clarke LAK RD, Nemec NJD RD, Bonk PHI RD, EJ. Emery NYR RD. All 5 would provide something the sharks don’t have and isn’t available in this draft.
Byram been riding the struggle train in 1st class. Byram had lots of time with Dahlin this past season and the numbers still look bad. If the trade price is high, this is an easy pass. If its going to cost futures then the consideration could be there but the new contract cost is high. That's a tough gamble for a young Sharks team.
Right shot we have o many left d ( i would be okay with drafting letting them develop while they sign free agents
Agree that Murphy is the best fit, I think the Ceci analogy fits. Like the mentoring aspect given he could be across from Mukh, Dickinson, Cagnoni. Need some physical to pair with those guys, too. Be nice if he was flippable at the trade deadline, but if the fit is good, I can see keeping him. The only RHD I have much hope for is Thompson and he's also more of a complimentary sort.