Murat Ates of The Athletic: Despite Elliotte Friedman saying there is “a legit chance” that Patrik Laine gets traded, believes it’s more than likely that he remains in Winnipeg as opposed to being traded this week.
GM Kevin Cheveldayoff will listen to offers, and why wouldn’t you. The asking is and should be high.
The Jets do have some other trade assets that they could use to help fill some holes. Looking at the trade tiers of potential trade candidates and the likelihood of being traded.
Tier 1: The elite assets
Patrik Laine – Likelihood of being dealt: 30 percent
Nikolaj Ehlers – asking price would start at a top-four defenseman – Likelihood of being dealt: 20 percent
Kyle Connor – would be a top-line player if he improved his defensive play – Likelihood of being dealt: 5 percent
Tier 2: The Good Value Assets
Jack Roslovic – Likelihood of being dealt: 40 percent
Tier 3: The depth assets
Sami Niku – could net a draft pick or part of package – Likelihood of being dealt: 40 percent
Mathieu Perreault – carries a $4.