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NHL·ANALYSIS·October 11, 2026 01:07 PM ET

Tampa Bay's February 2023 trade deadline move draws scrutiny

Tanner Jeannot cost five draft picks and Cal Foote.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 56m1 min read
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What happened: Tampa Bay's February 2023 trade for Tanner Jeannot continues to draw scrutiny due to the player's statistical profile at the time of the deal. The forward had recorded exactly 14 points when the organization finalized the transaction.

Why it matters: The move highlights the premium the front office placed on acquiring specific physical traits for a postseason push, even at the cost of significant draft capital. The departure of five draft picks and defenseman Cal Foote remains a reference point for debates over asset management.

By the numbers: Tanner Jeannot registered five goals and nine assists in 56 games during the 2022-23 season prior to the trade. He previously produced a 41-point campaign as a rookie.

What to watch: The organization continues to navigate the current NHL regular season while managing the long-term effects of its depleted draft capital.

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