He has asked previously. I always ask when people just shout traaaade or GET A D-Man, because they tend to blame Dubas for not doing anything. People need to recognize the market that exists or does not exist. Situations can materialize down the road (injuries, positioning).
I have eyeballs for Rasmus Andersson or Pesce. Both Calgary and Carolina are looking for 2C, but if we bump Kadri, we need a good defensive 3C as part of the package.
One can tell based on the way a question is phrased whether it's a lead in for further enjoyable discussion (like yours), or just an excuse for contradiction. Better to take the high road.
I like both those players; Pesce in particular. I'm less concerned about the 3C, considering we have the flexibility to potentially slot Nylander in there for occasional shifts, or possibly even Spezza. I think the need is too great on D, assuming Gardiner is gone, to necessarily require addressing the 3C hole if it compromises targeting the right guy on defense.