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1 trade every NHL team should make

By Dave Stevenson

Jun 26, 2015; Sunrise, FL, USA; A general view of the NHL shield logo before the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 26, 2015; Sunrise, FL, USA; A general view of the NHL shield logo before the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /
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St. Louis Blues

The one thing keeping the St. Louis Blues from being legitimate Stanley Cup contenders is their goaltending. Last year, they made it to the Western Conference finals thanks to the stellar play of Brian Elliott. After trading him, Jake Allen became the number one goalie in St. Louis. With a .905 save percentage, he has been underwhelming at best.

To replace Elliott, the Blues signed free agent goaltender Carter Hutton, who has a .893 save percentage in 10 appearances. Quite simply, St. Louis’ goaltending as is could cost them a Stanley Cup. Luckily, the New York Islanders have a complex goalie situation and will likely be willing to trade one of their goalies. The Jaroslav Halak experience didn’t go well with the Blues, so he’s not an option.

However, Thomas Greiss, he of a career best .925 save percentage during the 2015-16 NHL season, would be a flawless fit. While his numbers are a bit down this season, his .918 save percentage is still much better than either the current Blues goaltenders. Greiss will be a free agent after the 2016-17 NHL season, making him a perfect rental as St. Louis tries to bring home their first Stanley Cup. The Islanders won’t get too much for him, but at least it will be something.

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