Nashville Predators might have had the wrong information on Justin Barron
Although still fresh, the trade between the Montreal Canadiens and the Nashville Predators involving Alexandre Carrier and Justin Barron is shaping up as a clear victory for Montreal.
As reported by Habs Fanatics, early evidence suggests that Alexandre Carrier is proving to be the superior defenseman which is leaving many to question the decision-making process on Nashville's side.
On BPM Sports, TVA Sports journalist Renaud Lavoie revisited the trade and raised questions about the evaluation process used by Nashville.
Now, he wants to become a defensive defenseman.
He arrives in Nashville, and he's -3 in under seven minutes of ice time.
Someone over there clearly thought it was a good idea to trade Alexandre Carrier for Justin Barron.
That means the evaluation they made of Justin Barron wasn't good!
The evaluations on the desk of the Nashville Predators, regarding Justin Barron, are wrong.»
Renaud Lavoie
The criticism shows a disconnect in Nashville's scouting and evaluation of Justin Barron and Barry Trotz appears to have misjudged Barron's fit and potential.
Since joining Montreal, Alexandre Carrier has demonstrated his value with solid defensive play and a noticeable impact under head coach Martin St-Louis.
Meanwhile, Justin Barron has struggled to adjust in Nashville which is raising questions about the decision to part ways with a player like Carrier.
This trade shows the real importance of accurate scouting and evaluation in NHL transactions and the Canadiens' management deserves credit for capitalizing on this opportunity to upgrade their roster with a player of Carrier's caliber.
| POLL | ||
Do you think the trade involving Justin Barron vs Alex Carrier is a win for the Montreal Canadiens so far? | ||
| Yes | 98 | 98 % |
| No | 2 | 2 % |
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