The fans would have gladly waited 3-4 years for a mid to late 1st, 2nd rounder to develop.
Realistically with Petey, Hughes, Demko. There's no way the team can function without some major help on defence.
I think the issue is the cost, and the type of defenceman we brought in.
Also the teams track record of professional scouts is iffy at best.
Yzerman strikes again!