Leading up to the NHL’s tread deadline this past February, Adam Henrique was mentioned as a player Anaheim Ducks General Bob Murray was shopping. Despite signing a 5-year extension in the offseason, which doesn’t take effect until July 1, the pivot is one of the few players whose perceived return via trade would benefit the “re-tooling” Ducks. In a shocker, Murray decided to part with youthful blueliner Brandon Montour in lieu of the aging Henrique.
After the trade deadline passed, the notion of trading “Uncle Rico” has remained etched in the minds of fans and analyst.