NHL teams rarely trade top goalie prospects, but the Sharks secured Yaroslav Askarov from the Predators in a competitive multi-player, multi-pick deal.
Barry Trotz mentioned that four other teams were serious possibilities in the pursuit of Askarov, highlighting how coveted he was in trade talks.
The relationship between Predators GM Barry Trotz and Sharks GM Mike Grier facilitated the trade, as they discussed potential player movements throughout the summer.
Trotz emphasized the importance of getting a strong center prospect like David Edstrom, who was a key component of the trade, to help build the Predators' roster.
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