After a report yesterday that things were getting closer to a resolution on the Erik Karlsson situation in Ottawa, we have another hockey insider saying trade talks are picking up on the Senators captain. Bob McKenzie of TSN tweets that there has been a “decided increase” in trade talks over the last day or two, and adds that he believes the Western Conference is still the likely destination.
The Dallas Stars and Vegas Golden Knights have both been connected to Karlsson in the past, though there was some doubt in Dallas’ ongoing involvement yesterday. Beyond the Golden Knights there are countless teams that could use a player of Karlsson’s stature, though at this point it is hard to predict who would step up and hand over the immense package that the Senators are looking for. A team like the Edmonton Oilers would obviously love to have a star right-handed defenseman like Karlsson come in, but given their current cap situation it’s not surprising that they haven’t yet been publicly linked. That issue isn’t unique to the Oilers though, as Karlsson carries a substantial $6.5MM cap hit for this season and is likely looking for somewhere around $11MM on a long-term extension.
Karlsson for his part did show up at the Senators golf tournament yesterday and though he still avoided speaking to media, is expected to take part in all of training camp if a trade is not finalized. The Senators are taking medicals this morning and will start the on-ice portion tomorrow—though, as of this writing Karlsson still has not checked in. McKenzie notes that the the “obvious goal” is to try and get something done before those on-ice sessions begin.
Still think it’s Colorado. Something like
Sens 2019 1st returned
Avs 2020 2nd (conditional )
Zadarov
Varly
For
Karlsson
Anderson
Melnyk would never let this trade happen if it meant taking on varlamovs contract. The whole reason karlsson hasn’t been traded yet is because Melnyk wants bobby Ryan to be included in the deal
varlamov is a UFA after this year so the sens are literally only taking his contract in this scenario because they want to get rid of Anderson as well.
thay being said, it’s not enough to get a deal done anyway but the inclusion of varlamov for Anderson is intriguing and does make sense for the sens.
Ya I thought he had at least 2-3 years left on that deal but still don’t think it’s enough for Colorado to jeopardize that top 2 pick. Cause no one should have a worse record then Ottawa this year
I’m wrong forgot that crap shoot in Montreal
This is a good offer actually. Zadorov is a decent 3-4 dman. The 1st pick is critical. That 2nd is good value too.
If Colorado signs him (assuming as part of the deal) – then they will look REALLY good.
However, if I am Colorado – that 1st is going to be a top 4 pick with a good chance at #1 – that too has a lot of value….
This is getting old
Really old… You’re right about that. I can’t wait for the return to be underwhelming….. That would be typical.
Haha we just had to say something!
Let’s go Sweeney!!! Chara and Karlson, straight up
I don’t think Chara or Bruins orginization will do that trade, Chara is set to finish long great career as a Bruin,