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If the Sabres decide to move Thomas Vanek this summer… where are some potential roster spots? I think you have to look for teams that:

a) have the cap space, obviously

b) have a few young RFA/ELC assets to entice Buffalo

Vanek is streaky and inconsistent, but he is a proven top line talent and a threat to score 40+ every season.

Some educated guesses….

Nashville – dire need for a go-to sniper, the Preds could dangle a young forward (Watson/Beck/Wilson), a 1^st round pick, and a young defenseman (Blum or Ellis). It would probably take more than that. Perhaps throw in Craig Smith too? A quality for quantity trade, but some nice pieces for the Sabres to build with.

St. Louis – the Blues could definitely put together a nice package. How about Halak (starting

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