Edler just needs a change. He's not a bad player but he's lost his head...that can be easily repaired by a change of scenery. He has alot of value..issue is what you said is how other gm's will play it, and given MG makes terrible deals, he will likely get ripped off.
I think a number of teams would love Edler.
Edmonton yes
Montreal
Islanders (desperate for a experienced dman)
Detroit always loved him
Philly
Many others
Alot of teams would want a 40-50 pt defenseman 2 years removed from being an all-star, still only 27, big, hits and a big shot and simply needs a change...