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The Chicago Blackhawks are reportedly preparing to trade defenseman Seth Jones. After a few seasons with the organization, the veteran defender is eyeing a move to a contender, and the Blackhawks are willing to oblige. There’s plenty of teams looking for right-shot blue liners, so there’s most likely a flurry of suitors calling to talk about a trade package.<\/p>\n

Only one team can land him, however, so let’s rank the three best landing spots for Jones.<\/p>\n

3. Los Angeles Kings<\/h2>\n

The Kings and Jones make a ton of sense together. Los Angeles projects to be in the mix for a Stanley Cup for the next three-to-five years, satisfying Jones’ desire to play in the postseason.<\/p>\n

They have salary cap flexibility, which could make it easier to acquire him from the Blackhawks. And they could use another veteran right-handed blue liner. Drew Doughty looks solid since returning from a foot fracture and Brandt Clarke has impressed as a rookie. The addition of Jones would bridge the gap between Doughty’s veteran savvy and Clarke’s youthful spirit and give the Kings a blue line that stands above the rest of the Pacific Division.<\/p>\n

2. Florida Panthers<\/h2>\n

How about the defending Stanley Cup champions as a trade destination? Would that satisfy Jones’ desire to play for a contender?<\/p>\n

Beneath the obvious, there’s a realistic fit here. The Panthers and top defender Aaron Ekblad haven’t made any progress on a new contract, and it’s far from guaranteed they will before free agency hits.<\/p>\n

Trading for Jones could solve that issue for Florida, giving them a veteran right-handed defenseman to replaced a departing Ekblad.<\/p>\n

The Stars would be the perfect landing spot for Jones. Their system makes every defender look like a stud, and it would be a remedy for the pressure and free-wheeling style he currently faces with the Hawks.<\/p>\n

Dallas’ left-side defense is elite already between Miro Heiskanen, Esa Lindell, Thomas Harley and youngster Lian Bischel. Their right-side, however, needs improvement. Jones would be a huge upgrade, but wouldn’t need to be the number one option. It’s a perfect fit.<\/p>\n

To seal the deal, a trade to the Stars would be a homecoming for Jones. The Arlington, Texas, native would be just 30 minutes away from his hometown if the Stars acquired him.<\/p>\n

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