Considering the Islanders essentially gave up three first-rounders for Smyth, it would be safe to say Kevin Lowe would've been demanding two roster players and a first-round draft pick from the Senators had Muckler been interestd in obtaining Smyth. If anything, I think Ottawa's chances of signing Smyth are better in the off-season (when Smyth becomes a UFA on July 1st) than their chance at trading for Smyth.