Is Schmidt that big of an upgrade on Tanev ? (I haven't seen him play much) Canucks fans in general were glad they didn't sign Tanev for 4 yrs 4.5, taking him until 34 yrs old, Schmidt is another 5 years at 5.95, taking him to 34 as well, I know Tanev is injury prone. But that's a lot of cap space tied up. People asking what more Jim Benning has to do to gain respect, but I think It's kind of telling no other GM's were willing give up even just a 3rd to take on that kind of cap hit. Is Schmidt really that good ?( honest question, I just don't have expertise to judge). Edit forgot to factor in his 10 team NMC. So Vegas was a bit handcuffed.