Habs took an L on this one if you ask me. Domi was poorly utilized by them, and trading him without asking for more than Anderson (and while throwing in a 3rd round pick?!) is absurdity itself. It boggles the mind how poor the Habs are at determining the quality of their players.
Meanwhile, CBJ got a much needed playmaker and someone who can help drive some 5v5 offense and set up quality chances.
Habs come out big winners in this trade, Domi was pretty much invisible in the playoffs with only three measly assists and is a big defensive liability. Sadly I think his one good season will be his last, what we saw from him in Arizona is pretty much what you will get from him. I think Anderson is a Stud that can be a thirty goal guy for the Habs and now will play with more offensive guys look for him to have his best season coming up with at least sixty point production.
As a Habs fan, I understand the rationale, and Anderson does fill a need. At face value, the deal sucks and Domi clearly wanted to remain a Hab. But the Habs will probably save 3M$ on the average salary. Still gave up way too much.
Habs took an L on this one if you ask me. Domi was poorly utilized by them, and trading him without asking for more than Anderson (and while throwing in a 3rd round pick?!) is absurdity itself. It boggles the mind how poor the Habs are at determining the quality of their players.
Meanwhile, CBJ got a much needed playmaker and someone who can help drive some 5v5 offense and set up quality chances.
Habs come out big winners in this trade, Domi was pretty much invisible in the playoffs with only three measly assists and is a big defensive liability. Sadly I think his one good season will be his last, what we saw from him in Arizona is pretty much what you will get from him. I think Anderson is a Stud that can be a thirty goal guy for the Habs and now will play with more offensive guys look for him to have his best season coming up with at least sixty point production.
As a Habs fan, I understand the rationale, and Anderson does fill a need. At face value, the deal sucks and Domi clearly wanted to remain a Hab. But the Habs will probably save 3M$ on the average salary. Still gave up way too much.