You call this a "career year" for Sundqvist, as if he's playing over his head. Do you really think he's been lucky, and he is going to regress? He has decent skating speed, has reasonably soft hands, has decent offensive sense. He has learned to play defence. He is already a high-quality 3rd liner, who can fill in on The 2nd Line. He can play well on The PK, and can fill in on The 2nd PP unit. I don't think he's a fluke. He never before had played full time (major minutes) on the same line in The NHL for long enough periods to have his game all come together. This year, he HAS had that time to become comfortable, and have all his skills and what he has learned through experience have his game come together, and have him start to click with his linemates. Reaves is a valuable player, but he can't play on the PK as effectively as Sundqvist, and can't be counted on to contribute to the offence nearly as much. And I would say that he can't play defence as well as Sunny. Reaves brings the "enforcer" capability, ALONG with ability to play 2-way hockey. And he can energise his teammates. that's a great quality to add to a team. But Sundqvist brings more in several different areas. Plus, a mid-late 1st Rounder is better than a 2nd. it isn't the TRADE's fault if the choice made with the 1st Rounder becomes a "bust", or if Sundqvist gets hurt early in his career, and becomes ineffective or is forced to retire after a couple years.Yes, it's best to assess a trade after 5 years. But, I'd say 2 solid seasons from Sundqvist the way he plays now would be enough to call the trade lopsided. Reaves is no youngster anymore. Sundqvist should be able to help The Blues for several more years.