In Gelinas, the Avs acquired a big-shooting defenseman with size who could fit in well with their up-tempo style of play. For now, he'll probably be a depth defenseman down the stretch.

The Devils recently acquired David Warsofsky off waivers from Pittsburgh, which made Gelinas (who had not played much at all this season) expendable. They did well to land a third rounder here.

Gelinas' fantasy impact may not arrive right away but he becomes a very intriguing dark horse for 2016-17. He has the big shot that should do well on their power play, eventually.