4. Jarome Iginla
Iginla is undoubtedly the player on this list that the Avalanche brass would like to move the most. The problem is: He has a full no-movement clause in his contract, and he doesn’t want to move. If the team could convince him to waive his clause (as he did with the Calgary Flames), there would be interest, but he would dictate where he was dealt, which could diminish the return. Still, something to consider (especially in-season), as veterans that can score are always in demand for the playoff push. The Avs may have to retain a little salary to maximize their return.
Reasons to trade him: Trading Iginla could free up money to sign other players. At $5.333 million next season, he is vastly overpaid for the role he is suited for, which is a powerplay specialist. He still has a place in this league, but father time has caught up to Iginla some, and he was never all that fleet of foot to begin with.
Reasons to keep him: Because Iginla said so! The NMC means you need his permission to trade him. He also is very well-respected by everyone in the organization, from the locker room to the front office.
5 potential partners: Boston Bruins, Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Winnipeg Jets.
Potential return: Late first/early second-round draft pick.
Likelihood of being moved: 15 percent.
