Like clockwork, we are discussing an Erik Gudbranson trade before the trade deadline. The Vancouver Canucks have invested a lot in the supposed rugged defenceman, both in trade and in cap space. It’s no secret that I don’t think he’s very good. The shine from his inflated start has long worn off and he has returned to form as one of the worst defencemen in the NHL.
However, that doesn’t mean he lacks value in this league. Why? Well, general managers are not the smartest of people out there. There should really be a new saying in the NHL.