VanJack
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Not a chance- that would derail his development. This defence leaves the goalie out to dry all the time- I have no problem with Markstrom getting shelled night in and night out. But Demko getting shelled would be terrible for his confidence. When he's healthy let him play in Utica again and hopefully next year serves as the backup with an improved defence- which seriously it shouldn't be that hard to upgrade from this trash.
Next year the defence needs to be entirely different. I'd like to see an influx of the prospects come in next year. Hopefully we can trade Edler for a 1st at the TDL and then re-sign him in the summer. Also if anyone is offering any pick for Hutton (doubtful), MDZ (laughable), Pouliot (pigs will fly) you take it. Open up some roster spots for Juolevi to get a taste of real NHL action and for Hughes to come in after the NCAA season. Tanev we almost need and at the very least we can wait until next years TDL to move him unless a blow away offer presents itself. Ideally next year without JB making dumb trades or spending ANY money on July 1st other than Edler:
Edler-Tryamkin
Tanev-Hughes
Juolevi-Stecher/Gudbrandson (unfortunately he'll still be here)
Yes, you have to have some hope that Hughes, Juolevi and maybe Tryamkin can change the outlook for this awful blueline. And maybe a shrewd pickup in free agency might help as well, although Jimbo's track record in that regard is hardly stellar. Until then, it's going to be ugly most nights on the road, particularly if they don't get any goaltending.