The Sens had acquired the scoring winger just a little over a year ago for a 1st, 2nd and 3rd from the BlackHawks. It was revealed today that the Islanders were also strongly involved in the DeBrincat derby. Part of their offer was even revealed, which got Sens' fans wondering.
Pageau is one of the league's best shutdown forward and a consistent 40-point producer, Whalstrom is a youngster that has yet to reach his potential. The kind of player that could truly benefit from a change of scenery. An offer of this sort most likely included a high pick.