If Hemsky and Spezzy lite it up in Dallas who do we blame? Russell or Pan or Melnyk?

Now let's see what Murray can do with the extra cap space. I'm not optimistic, though, since the team's owner has deep pockets and short arms. 

Not a horrible package, gives the team options at wing and prospects that are farther along in their development.  The market sucked.  As a reminder though Boston wanted Chiasson in the Seguin trade, and Dallas said no.

Chiasson (2nd round 2009) - Currently in NHL

Talent Analysis

Has a good blend of size and skill. Decent speed on his feet, but needs to work on skating, especially stride. Obviously needs to fill out his 6’3 frame. Can stickhandle through traffic with so much poise. Goes to the net, but will have to learn to get a bit grittier in close. Needs to be a little more patient in his own end. Likes to take off before team has secured possession. There are some concerns about his effort level. Is a very good playmaker from the winger position. Potential top-six play making winger, like a more talented version of Blake Wheeler.

Guptil (LW) - 3rd Round 2010 (currently playing college at Michigan)

Talent Analysis

A big body that quickly impressed Michigan coach Red Berenson with his offensive ability. A terrific goal scorer that exudes offensive potential. He thinks on a high-level and can keep up with talented offensive minds. He goes to the front of the net well and can score on the rush with a quality wrister. A good skater that protects the puck well. Still learning the game and his defensive responsibilities. He has a very projectable frame and could grow into a rather powerful forward down the line.

Nicholas Paul, C, North Bay Battalion

Acquired: 4th round (101st overall) in 2013

 Now more a pivot than a winger, Nick Paul is doing his best to make the most of his increased ice time and role. The second-year player skates for the same team but in a new barn as the Battalion have moved from Brampton to North Bay. Paul has already matched his goal total from last season (12) in half as many games. Not a star-studded club, the Battalion try to hang in there by playing a 200-foot game as best as they can. Paul is working on polishing his defensive game and he has been given time on the penalty kill.

Ultimately, there is not a lot to Paul’s game. He can shoot and he is a game competitor. The Stars fourth round pick has been a little cheekier with the stickhandling this year and has surprised some defensemen and crease dwellers as a result. His upside does not appear to be particularly high overall but he has improved this season.

Also...

Paul - 19 - 6'2 - finished 3rd in playoff goal scoring this season

He’s a huge, powerful winger who can use his hands to beat defenders with superior puckhandling skills, or to beat the hell out of them when he drops the gloves. That’s a rare combination. His club’s restrictive defensive system prevented him from putting up the points that garner attention.” – Red Line Report 2013 Draft Guide

Bruce Garrioch ‏@SunGarrioch 1m
Jason Spezza has been dealt to the Dallas Stars pending a trade call. Involves substantial prospects and avails cash for other trades. #Sens

Game on.

Mike Heika ‏@MikeHeika

Stars-Senators have agreed to Spezza deal. Awaiting trade call for confirmation. I'm hearing three forwards and a draft pick.