Erik Karlsson Would Have Been A Fun Experiment, All Things Considered

The hype game is typically not worth it. Carolina Hurricanes fans went bonkers for Bo Horvat last season at the trade deadline. Nothing happened. We all look back at the Necas All-Star voting with the same tone as that of 2019 through 2022. But I have to say I was quietly hoping the Hurricanes would end up with Erik Karlsson. Especially since what we have ended up with is a little like wanting a date with “Stereotypical Barbie” only to be matched up on a blind date with “Serial Killer Barbie” who takes you to visit a secluded cabin for a picnic of onion sandwiches and tuna salad.

Karlsson has 14 years and 920 NHL games. The 2022-23 season was his very best in a number of years, and ranks at…