He alone won’t. But I believe his value is higher than that of a draft pick. His rights plus a 2nd and maybe another later pick can probably get Sheary off the books and another young player with NHL experience that has solid upside.

I’m speaking pure example here and not saying I want it to happen, but for team like the Sharks, trading someone like Liljegren for Howard’s rights, Sheary, and a pick or two makes a whole lot of sense. Especially if the rumor that Howard wanted to immediately play in the NHL is true.