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Originally Posted by Edge
Taking Montoya had nothing to do with not thinking Lundqvist special, it was giving yourself one more top option with the knowledge that Blackburn was probably on his way out.
I think most experts knew Lundqvist had the potential to be an NHL starter, but it wasn't a forgone conclusion he would be one of the top goalies in the entire sport let alone reach that level so quickly.
I have no problem with the context in which he was taken. Personally, I would've preferred Olesz but I was okay with the pick. Obviously it didn't work out, but I have no problem with the circumstances.
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I don't believe the Rangers were convinced they would be able to bring him over at that point.