The trade sort of reminded me of all the talent (mostly in the form of first round picks) that Armstrong gave up for the last shot in the Mo and Zubie years. We never got anywhere with our rental additions, even if they did play in the playoffs. Too many of those hopeful trades, and even a deep cupboard can go bare, although it appears the Wings do have more prospect depth than Gainey and Armstrong were ever able to develop.
So far, Nil has used his depth to get NHL vets and his NHL vets to get depth. Shrewd moves all. How many players are common to Stars opening nights in 12 and 15? Benn, Kari, Jo Benn, and who else? Don't recall when Scevior came up.
Team has been totally made over by Nill, albeit, using some prospects Niewy drafted, like JK, JJ, Nemeth, etc., too.