The Thomas - Kristo trade

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I hated the trade at the time and still do although I understood the part about moving Kristo, I would have rather they got something else in return. That said so far imo Kristo has looked better then Thomas since the trade but Thomas gets a pass since he had injury trouble. This is his last year to play in the AHL without waivers risk, so hopefully he has a big year as the team will need to make a decision on him by this time next year.



Why wouldn't Hab fans have Kristo in their top 6? He was the first pick of the draft for the Habs so clearly Timmins liked him a lot. He was great for Team USA at the WJC's and even had a good showing at the WC's over a year ago. He was the 2nd best player in the NCAA behind Johnny Hockey on the Flames so clearly he has skill but his off ice issues have hurt him.

not talking about his draft day but at the time he was traded for Thomas