Just a thought to discuss between barbecue, fireworks and beer.

Dylan Larkin requested a trade. Jake DeBrusk is open to being traded, not wanting to be part of a rebuild. Kirill the Thrill reportedly won't sign an extension and should become a trade candidate. So, a star center in his prime, an established 2nd line winger in his prime and a budding star winger are, at least, open to being traded, yet all three have yet to move. But all the experts, insiders and pundits assured us that, since the UFA field was kind of skimpy, there would be more trading done. So, why are these three top of the heap players still waiting to be traded? Does Larkin need to expand his list of acceptable destinations? Does DeBrusk have an attitude problem (And he's on a very team friendly contract)? And what's with Marchenko?