No. I would not take that deal and never said I would. Besides no-one knows if that was what was offered. Kesler was the #1 target for a trade at the deadline and should have garnered serious assets coming back. He may have as much value at the draft even with one less playoff run under his current contract. I hope so.
If not, I hope management finds a way to acquire assets that allow us to build around him. Personally, I think Kesler would do more to help this team bring along the youngsters in a re-tool than the twins. Unfortunately, unless they retire to Sweden, not much chance of that happening.
As for tonight...I'm looking forward to seeing Matthias again - thought he looked very good in his first game. Also to Jensen...really pulling for the kid to show his stuff and give us a taste of what we may have to look forward to next year. Hope Eddie bounces back, though I certainly don't put the loss on his shoulders.