Minny trade framework

Personally, I just don't see how trading Johnson at his lowest value (hopefully) makes sense. I would only include him in a deal for an established star-level player.

Rossi being a natural center is far more important to the Wild positionally speaking. As for player skill and potential Johnston > Rossi. Yes Columbus needs a 2C but they shouldn't be trading Johnston to do that.

I wouldn’t necessarily be against this?

The old saying is Cs can play on the W, but Ws can’t play C, so I’d take the versatility of adding Rossi in that regard. If Rossi is viewed as a long-term T6 contributor, then I’m cool with it.

I think reasonable minds can differ on this, but I’d accept.

The Jackets need a C that can help anchor this team. Johnson while he has the higher ceiling, Rossi plays a more important position and can help now.

Good point.