What do people think about:
Gorges + Plekanec + McCarron/Crisp
There are several good shutdown defenceman on the FA market this year and Emelin will be back from injury, I'm sure the impact of losing Gorges would be minimal and only recognizable for this year. Considering his contract, this may be a good move for us moving forward.
Losing Plekanec would be a real blow to our team right now, Galchenyuk isn't ready to play in the top-6 as a centre and Briere/Desharnais have been very underwhelming. That being said, Galchenyuk has shown consistent improvement and is expected to be at centre next year.
McCarron is a 1st round pick who has been underwhelming, Crisp is a later round pick who has done well. Both bring the size and physicality Edmonton needs. I don't want to move any prospects, these are just the ones I think Edmonton may be interested in.
I think it would be a harsh transition for our current roster but, I think it could mean a pretty incredible return in the coming years.... even as early as next year.