Minnesota already has enough quantity, they need quality. I don't think the lightning are good trade partners in this case.

I don't see any reason for Minnesota to do this trade

This. I think Guerin will be much more eager to do a one-for-one type trade for Rossi. These pieces do nothing for the Wild, especially since they need a top-six guy for next year even if they decide to keep Rossi. They plan to compete, not kick the can further.

Even if he is available and ends up being traded, it won't be for spare parts. I don't know why people don't understand this. So far the only reports we have are that he was involved in Cutter Gauthier talks. And you think they're going to throw him away for a couple bottom of the lineup players and some mediocre picks?

where's the defense