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Originally Posted by Blackhawkswincup
Hawks didn't trade up to get him
That was 2nd rounder acquired when Leafs wanted there 2010 2nd rounder back to send to Boston in Kessel deal
Hawks got Flames 2nd in 2011 (Prev acq by Tor) + Leafs 3rd in 2011 back in summer of 2009
Its clear by asking for Saad that Stars had no interest in trading with Blackhawks ,, Which sucks cause Grossman could have been helpful as #4/5 dman
Understand why Stars woudln't trade with team they are trying to catch though
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We had interest, or we wouldn't have spoken with you guys at all.
Joe was smart though, and was either aware that overpayment would be required, or that was what it would take for him to move Grossman to a competitor over Philly.
And Joe obviously wanted him in the 2nd round at the draft. He's a significant upgrade over Ritchie.