Wonder if this is similar to the Zadorov situation, where Sakic basically said if you sign your QO, we think we can find a team with a better opportunity for you?
If they move him though, they'll need to replace him in the bottom 6. Their depth isn't quite good enough without him, and it's still not clear to me whether Jost or JTC are better at 3C for the time being.
It would be great if he could find some scoring touch to start the season though. If he can get his production up, he can be a solid 3C. Needs to mesh well with his linemates though, and keep his feet moving at all times. He's only been able to do both in spurts, and they're key to his success.