If it's looking like the Canucks are striking out on an extension for Boeser, could the basis of a deal be had around the following?
VAN
Boeser - 5.875m per (RFA 2022)
PHI
Konecny - 5.5m per (UFA 2026)
Value-wise, both players seem about equal, though the 'Nucks would likely have to add a pick or prospect to balance out the contract durations.
Thoughts?
I think that depends on what the Canucks can get for Boeser. The biggest reason to move Boeser is that he's not worth what it takes to re-sign him. The solution isn't to trade him for a player who isn't worth his contract.
Personally, I think Philly needs to add. Goals are worth more and Konecny has had two down seasons where he hasn't/isn't on pace to score 20 goals. He's a complimentary player who might blossom playing with elite linemates but the same can be said for Boeser who will score more goals with elite linemates. Don't get me wrong, I like Koneckny. When both are not at their best I'll take Konecny. But if you remove 19-20, Boeser's body of work looks a whole lot better.
Between Garland and Konecny, I also like Garland more and the rumours were that we were looking to trade him to clear cap space. So to me, trading Boeser for Konecny just seems like a sideways change things up move rather than try and change the makeup of the team.