The pros and cons of trading for Patrik Laine

The verdict

This is a fun trade possibility because of what it can bring the Vegas Golden Knights. They can acquire another scoring threat to bolster their lineup and add more youth to their lineup. It seems like a perfect scenario for a team looking to crack their Stanley Cup window open.

However, numerous factors could prevent this from happening. The Golden Knights don't have the cap space to pull off more than one big move. With rumors of Mitch Marner swirling around, this will likely take precedence over anything else.

The same can be said for re-signing Jonathan Marchessault. Bringing back a revered star will also be the main focus of Kelly McCrimmon, leaving him to pick the route he wants to take. Whatever the case, the NHL offseason added an extra layer of drama. The Columbus Blue Jackets star will bring more excitement to a period filled with big names.