That’s a tempting offer: I think Zito likes Dermottn
He’s a good young dman. I feel he’s never got too much of a shot on the Leafs, because we’ve always had a logjam on the left side. But when we’ve had injuries and he’s played in the top 4, he’s played well. He’s not passing Rielly/Muzzin though, so he’s pretty stuck on the 3rd pair with the Leafs.
If not for the expansion draft, I wouldn’t want to deal Dermott for a rental, but we’re basically a lock up lose him to Seattle, so it makes more sense to move him. Plus Sandin is a good option to fill his spot, and is nearly healthy again. I do think Dermott could be a legit 2nd pairing dman if given a shot, though - by both the eye test and advanced stats he’s very strong on the 3rd pair.
Andersen was a good goalie for us for years, but I feel the fans and media have turned on him, and his confidence is shot with the Leafs. Campbell has been awesome, but could easily re-aggravate his injury, and if he does, we’re screwed. We’re gambling too much on Campbell’s health right now, would love to acquire some insurance, like one of Driedger, Ullmark, Kuemper or Raanta.