Unveiling the Surprising NHL Offseason Makeovers: Which Teams Are Poised to Shock the League?
28. Utah Mammoth
Net Rating added: -8
In: JJ Peterka, Brandon Tanev, Nate Schmidt
Out: Matias Maccelli, Josh Doan, Nick Bjugstad, Michael Kesselring
Of all the team placements on this list, Utah’s might be the most perplexing. JJ Peterka was one of the biggest additions of the summer, but he’s far from a perfect player and it did come at a depth cost.
Peterka has a bit of defensive baggage that limits his overall value. The upside is there for him to be a star and make the trade a big win, but cleaning things up without the puck is a priority. Stylistically, he’s a strong fit for a rush-oriented team, but Utah’s depth has taken a hit in the process. Josh Doan looks like a capable top-nine player, while Michael Kesselring has proven he has top-four upside.
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