Malkin and Tavares

[lesgoelands]

How do we feel about Malkin and Tavares for the next 2-3 years?

I am arguably a top 3 team in one of my leagues, but now have to deal with the fallout of Kucherov’s injury. In addition, I expect Kubalik to take a plunge with Toews being out indefinitely.

I am contemplating swapping Kucherov, Kubalik (and/or DeAngelo) and a couple of other pieces (Studnicka, late first round pick, etc.) to get Malkin and Tavares. There is a deal to be done with this particular team, but not sure about the long term implications of getting Malkin and Tavares. Obviously, I am in a win-now mode but also have a great foundation to contend in the next 3-5 years. Can Malkin and Tavares continue to contribute in the near future? And is it worth moving Kucherov and other young players for them?

[Palefa]

If I were to move Kucherov I would be targetting young player. But Malkin AND Tavares is quite a return.

[kingpin_co]

They are both PPG players for 3 more years likely

Fwiw, I prefer Tavares to Malkin

[stevegamer]

I think that will be a good move for a win-now team. I trust both Tavares & Malkin to be productive for a few more years when healthy.

[lesgoelands]

Thanks everyone! I'll probably wait to see how my team fare at the beginning of the season before moving Kucherov and other young players. I'm quite hesitant to make a big move just to compete in a shortened season, which may well go sideways anyway...