Kaprizov over Rossi/Stutzle?

[bbfl1987]

I’ve got 5th overall which I’m planning on using on Rossi or Stutzle. I am curious if you guys think trading that pick for Kaprizov would be smarter? There is some risk with Minnesota not being a great offensive team, but his upside seems to be well over a point per game. Thoughts?

[FutureChamp]

I don’t know your teams situation, but as a kaprizov owner, I wouldn’t trade him for either of them.

Still young. More data on him. Looks legit and ready playing against men. If I was competing now I’d make the swap myself but I don’t think you go wrong either way. It’s just are you competing now or in a few years

All this provided he signs a contract

[Belexus75]

i dont know who else is available in your draft but choice maybe made for you at 5th....personally adding only Kaprizov to this years draft, my top 5 would look like this:

Lafreniere
Byfield/Stutzle
Kaprizov
Rossi

[senryu]

Given that both of Rossi/Stutzle will probably not be in the NHL next year, and Kaprizov seemingly will be, chances seem good that if you get Kaprizov, in a year's time you'll be able to trade him for Rossi/Stutzle and something else on top.

[Axeman33]

Let's be honest, there's no guarantee with any of them but I would probably gamble on the prospect who's a tad older and has a bit more pro experience at this point in Kaprizov at 5 if he's still there.

[Jouko-Pouko]

If Kaprizov was available in the draft, he would deserve serious consideration at 2nd overall. His upside is slightly lower but there's less risk and he'll start contributing for your team sooner.

So yes, offering that deal makes sense.

[Kawee]

if you are willing to wait, then keep the pick. I really believe both Rossi and Stutzle are superstars in the making. But if you need instant help then trade it for Kaprizov.

[chuckcouples]

I would take Kaprizov 2nd overall if he were available in this year's draft. His value is going to go up much quicker than anyone else outside of Lafreniere when the next season starts since he will be in the NHL and none of the others will be. No one knows who's going to be the best in 4 or 5 years but that should not matter as you would be able to trade Kaprizov for Rossi or Stutzle and more a month into the next season.

[bbfl1987]

Thanks for the advice, however the GM that owns him right now has decided not to move him.