Well now that my name has been so cleverly leaked:
The identity of this team is synonymous with underachievement, lack of effort, and no edge. Aside from one year since 07 its been a fringe playoff team at best. I love what Rolston has brought about, I really do. But cycling out some of these guys with one year left on their contracts for some extra picks in what looks like a strong draft is what is best long term. By doing so, the team does not necessarily "tank". An infusion of youth, and its byproduct of exuberance and hunger can be an exciting team to watch. That effort thing everyone talks about...
It just seems that this team lacks high end talent. Who is there in the system outside Armia and Grigo with real, difference making skill? Its a short season. Its not like we've all suffered since October. This team is not that far away from being competitive. There are pieces to build around with experience. Lets make a small sacrifice here at the deadline.
I feel like there are two winners in the month of June anyways. One lifts the cup, and the other is the first on the clock. There's not much to be happy about in between.