It really sounds on the Hawks side of things, theyre convinced he can play center. I imagine, he wont be out there for DZone faceoffs, but it will be interesting to see him on a line with fellow countrymen - Hossa/Kopecky
I think center iceman are hard to come by, and if this kid pans out...they just landed a soon-to be 23yr old thats potted 20g his first 2 seasons. The Hawks will also gain a first line sniper/LW in Sharp...if Frolik can play center.
RK...you mentioned on another post that Brouwer isnt physical (I think thats what I read)...I disagree. 177 hits so far this year? He's 2nd in the NHL for LW in hits, 5th in all the NHL. Bickell's 125 isnt bad (however, I agree that I dont think he's as physical as he should/can be...but he is a rookie).
I think if Scooter can get a physical Dman they team "toughness" will pick up. Currently, the Hawks are 275K under the cap after this move...which would "prorate" to get a Dman that makes 800K on the year. I'm not sure someone in that "range" can help them. They'd have to make a few more roster moves...maybe move Hendry in the deal would allow them a guy making 1.3mil on the year...so Hendry + pick ...(send down either Boynton/Johnson could bring in a 1.8mil guy....2.3mil if they send down both).