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Florida Panthers trade grizzlie veteran Winger Franzen along with up and coming Defeceman Despres to the Kings for Voynov and a draft pick.To D - Slava Voynov, $0.9m (2014-2015) Round 2 - 2014 (from )To LW/RW - Johan Franzen, $4.0m (2017-2018)D - Simon Despres, $1.0m (2012-2015-EL)Kings asked about Despres + a high-scoring Winger, our asking price was Voynov who replaces Despres on D while giving us some cap flexibility. Franzen is a workhorse who puts up big points yr-over-yr. In making this deal, Panthers hope Drouin will be ready for big league action in 2014-15 and gain RW plus Centre eligibility. Meh, we can dream! Dickie Dunn to confirm.
I realize Voynov only has 1 yr left on his current deal and could end up being a costly resign or might have to let him walk. Franzen is a sell high guy and although he is a beast of a winger with a great contract relative to his pt production, he could be more of an injury risk in coming yrs. Despres is still a great prospect but I didnt feel like waiting for him to come around. I'm also happy to free up $4m for future moves.
...To D - Slava Voynov, $0.9m (2014-2015) Round 2 - 2014 (from )To LW/RW - Johan Franzen, $4.0m (2017-2018)D - Simon Despres, $1.0m (2012-2015-EL)...