To St Louis
D Josi, $3.3m (2014-2016)
C Darren Helm, $1.5m (2014-2016)
D Dennis Seidenberg, $0.5m (2013-2015)
C - Mark McNeill (2011: 1/18 - 0 Games)
Round 2 - 2014
To Detroit
Jake Allen, $0.9m (2013-2016-EL)
C - Jori Lehtera (2008: 3/65 - 0 Games)
I do this deal to get Allen because I believe he'll have a good future. He won't be the starter in St Louis this year, maybe not next year either, but soon. Lehtera should have a prominent role with the Blues this year and just signed a nice contract. I also really like the cap space I get.
I give up some talent on good contracts, but am really happy with what I'm getting back. After seeing the recent deal for Smith, I've really okay with what I'm giving up for Allen.
Thanks for deal Ripper!