Proposal: Predict the flames first trade this offseason

[Johnny Hoxville]

They can also play center and defense as well. Just because they can doesn't mean they should. This team needs to stop plugging players into there unnatural position

It's alot easier for wingers to switch sides. Cammy has looked good on the right, and Glencross is versatile and can play either to. Tangs should also get moved and probably will. The biggest thing I like about Stalberg is his size and his skating ability. Plus he's skilled and has some upside. As long as we don't pay him over 2 a season, I think he'd be a good addition.

Hell yes let's get Myers. Trade them Tangs, and our 28th and be done with it.

 

[Gary83*]

On what world is Tanguay and the 28th enough for Myers?

Look at how we value Brodie, keep adding, would you trade him for that package?

 

[Calculon]

Myers has been really mediocre since his rookie season and is signed long term 5.5M. And while he'd definitely be a worthwhile project, he's in no way worth what the Sabres will undoubtedly ask for, i.e. 6th overall ++.

 

[Johnny Hoxville]

On what world is Tanguay and the 28th enough for Myers?

Look at how we value Brodie, keep adding, would you trade him for that package?

Nope, what else could we offer though?

 

[Volica]

Nope, what else could we offer though?

Myers, although he's been down lately, and is probably one of the most overrated D-men in the league... Is still worth more than I think Calgary should be giving up.

If we take:
Brodie, Bartschi, the 6th off the table; since this is where our rebuild core is coming from currently...

We are left with:
Late firsts, older players, mid-tier prospects.

Buffalo won't bite for anything outside of those three, and Calgary shouldn't be looking to move any of them.

 

[herashak]

backlund, cammy at 4 m, 22nd ovr. dont want myers at all but thats my take.

 

[TylerSVT*]

I dont see ownership retaining any salary.

They didnt want to suck it up and take Kotalik in the minors for a season... they wont be sucking up 2M to get another expensive player like Vanek or Myers.

 

[MarkGio]

I dont see ownership retaining any salary.

They didnt want to suck it up and take Kotalik in the minors for a season... they wont be sucking up 2M to get another expensive player like Vanek or Myers.

Feaster already said in the year end presser that there is options to take advantage of club in cap strapped situations

 

[Sean Monahan]

Feaster already said in the year end presser that there is options to take advantage of club in cap strapped situations

maybe that's why Murray Edwards wants to find a competent president before the draft

 

[Anglesmith]

To Flames: Older overpaid vet + later 1st pick + obscured prospects
To Another team: 6th pick

Guaranty trade...that's how Feaster operates.

Not sure I understand what you wrote, but I'm pretty sure that this sort of thing is exactly what Feaster has, in multiple ways, ruled out doing. Maybe you miswrote, because he's specifically stated that he's only moving the 6th overall to move up, and he's not looking to add post-apex players unless it's scoring them younger help at the same time.

 

[Volica]

Not sure I understand what you wrote, but I'm pretty sure that this sort of thing is exactly what Feaster has, in multiple ways, ruled out doing. Maybe you miswrote, because he's specifically stated that he's only moving the 6th overall to move up, and he's not looking to add post-apex players unless it's scoring them younger help at the same time.

He's just a plain troll on these boards man, most people just ignore him.

I have to think Florida wouldn't turn down the 3 first rounders offer Calgary would throw at them. Perhaps it could be a draft-time trade?
If Seth goes first it happens, if Mack goes first, then there's a no-go.

I'm actually happy, thoroughly, Feaster is actually trying something with impact for once.
At the end of the day, MacKinnon >>>>> anything available at 6, 22 or 28.

Really wouldn't mind seeing Calgary grab that #2 if Mack's on the table with the firsts, and then try and get back into the first round using Cammy/Tanguay as a centerpiece to do so. Looking at the Rangers (CBJ) pick as a possible target using one of those two (19).

 

[Gritty]

Not sure I understand what you wrote, but I'm pretty sure that this sort of thing is exactly what Feaster has, in multiple ways, ruled out doing. Maybe you miswrote, because he's specifically stated that he's only moving the 6th overall to move up, and he's not looking to add post-apex players unless it's scoring them younger help at the same time.

It's "Dallas Flames Fan". He claims to be a Flames fan, but almost every single post of his has been negative. Most people just ignore him around here.

 

[Calculon]

He's just a plain troll on these boards man, most people just ignore him.

I have to think Florida wouldn't turn down the 3 first rounders offer Calgary would throw at them. Perhaps it could be a draft-time trade?
If Seth goes first it happens, if Mack goes first, then there's a no-go.

I'm actually happy, thoroughly, Feaster is actually trying something with impact for once.
At the end of the day, MacKinnon >>>>> anything available at 6, 22 or 28.

Really wouldn't mind seeing Calgary grab that #2 if Mack's on the table with the firsts, and then try and get back into the first round using Cammy/Tanguay as a centerpiece to do so. Looking at the Rangers (CBJ) pick as a possible target using one of those two (19).

Florida really wants MacKinnon, at least according to their fans.

 

[InfinityIggy]

To Flames: Older overpaid vet + later 1st pick + obscured prospects
To Another team: 6th pick

Guaranty trade...that's how Feaster operates.

Thanks for the highly insightful post.

 

[Volica]

Florida really wants MacKinnon, at least according to their fans.

Fans = Little.

On the other thread anytime Feaster is mentioned trying to trade all three picks, there's more QQing than anything else. I have a feeling a lot of Monahan posters some of these cats sleep with at night will be hugged extra tight tonight.

 

[Calculon]

Fans = Little.

On the other thread anytime Feaster is mentioned trying to trade all three picks, there's more QQing than anything else. I have a feeling a lot of Monahan posters some of these cats sleep with at night will be hugged extra tight tonight.

Fans usually have a good idea of the mindset of their teams.

With Huberdeau converting to wing in the NHL, and Weiss potentially leaving via UFA, the Panthers do need a centreman.

 

[Volica]

Fans usually have a good idea of the mindset of their teams.

We have both followed the Flames for the past half decade right?
At least Feaster has the will to move up. If he can't get 1 or 2, 4 would be nice, could still snag Barkov probably. That'd still be nice.

 

[Calculon]

We have both followed the Flames for the past half decade right?
At least Feaster has the will to move up. If he can't get 1 or 2, 4 would be nice, could still snag Barkov probably. That'd still be nice.

Flames are the exception unfortunately.

If going forwards or backwards are the only logical options, the Flames will find a way to go sideways. It's what they do.

Carolina appears receptive to a trade but that would still put the big four out of reach.

 

[Volica]

Flames are the exception unfortunately.
If going forwards or backwards are the only logical options, the Flames will find a way to go sideways. It's what they do.
Carolina appears receptive to a trade but that would still put the big four out of reach.

Right.
Well, Flames aren't the only **** ups in the NHL; but they definitely are more than capable of putting ****** cartoon bandages onto major wounds.

The way Feaster was speaking during his interview, I have a feeling that more than one of the teams in the top 5 are more than willing to trade. For Colorado, I don't think there's use to give more than the 3 firsts; that's a big enough package... If they don't want it, they don't want it; no need to sweeten the pot... it's big enough.

Leaves Florida, Tampa, Nashville and Carolina.

In my opinion, there's no use moving up to the Raleigh spot. 1 spot isn't enough to merit throwing a first. I think Feaster will have an inside into what Carolina wants to pick; so, unless Barkov's on the table, they want him, and they're willing to move off him for the 22nd overall... it's not worth it (I don't think they'd want to move off of him for that though).

Which honestly means Florida, Tampa and Nashville.
I personally don't want to move up to the Tampa spot if Mackinnon/Jones are off the table. Because Tampa won't take the big Finnish center; they'll either take Drouin or Niki. I personally don't want either play more than Barkov; and because the payment for the 3rd overall would be massive, considering the "big three" stigma of this draft.

For me, the Preds and Panthers make up the best trade partners. Florida gives a chance at Mack, Preds give you Barkov.
The package has to be much smaller for the 6th to 4th move up than the 6th to 1st. Like, would the 22nd get that deal done? Will the RFA rights to someone like Backlund get it done with the 6th? Horak and the 6th?

Have to assume moving into the second slot would take the same package as Colorado. Which I am more than willing to accept for a chance at Mack lol.

 

[Anglesmith]

He's just a plain troll on these boards man, most people just ignore him.

It's "Dallas Flames Fan". He claims to be a Flames fan, but almost every single post of his has been negative. Most people just ignore him around here.

Of course! How could I not have seen it? No fan could be that ignorant. Of course, Poe's Law...

 

[InfinityIggy]

I personally think we will make a trade with Tampa and take Barkov at 3. They seem to really like Nicki and there is a good possibility he is there at the 6th pick.

 

[JurassicTunga]

I personally think we will make a trade with Tampa and take Barkov at 3. They seem to really like Nicki and there is a good possibility he is there at the 6th pick.

I can see that happening myself...

 

[TheHudlinator]

I personally think we will make a trade with Tampa and take Barkov at 3. They seem to really like Nicki and there is a good possibility he is there at the 6th pick.

I think we trade with Nashville as there are rumors that they like Lindholm the most.

 

[Volica]

I personally think we will make a trade with Tampa and take Barkov at 3. They seem to really like Nicki and there is a good possibility he is there at the 6th pick.

I feel that Tampa will have a bigger price on the 3rd than the 4th this year, because of the 'big three' stigma. If the deals are the same, then 3rd's fine to snag Barkov... But I feel Preds will be willing to take a tad less than Tampa.

 

[Calculon]

Right.
Well, Flames aren't the only **** ups in the NHL; but they definitely are more than capable of putting ****** cartoon bandages onto major wounds.

The way Feaster was speaking during his interview, I have a feeling that more than one of the teams in the top 5 are more than willing to trade. For Colorado, I don't think there's use to give more than the 3 firsts; that's a big enough package... If they don't want it, they don't want it; no need to sweeten the pot... it's big enough.

Leaves Florida, Tampa, Nashville and Carolina.

In my opinion, there's no use moving up to the Raleigh spot. 1 spot isn't enough to merit throwing a first. I think Feaster will have an inside into what Carolina wants to pick; so, unless Barkov's on the table, they want him, and they're willing to move off him for the 22nd overall... it's not worth it (I don't think they'd want to move off of him for that though).

Which honestly means Florida, Tampa and Nashville.
I personally don't want to move up to the Tampa spot if Mackinnon/Jones are off the table. Because Tampa won't take the big Finnish center; they'll either take Drouin or Niki. I personally don't want either play more than Barkov; and because the payment for the 3rd overall would be massive, considering the "big three" stigma of this draft.

For me, the Preds and Panthers make up the best trade partners. Florida gives a chance at Mack, Preds give you Barkov.
The package has to be much smaller for the 6th to 4th move up than the 6th to 1st. Like, would the 22nd get that deal done? Will the RFA rights to someone like Backlund get it done with the 6th? Horak and the 6th?

Have to assume moving into the second slot would take the same package as Colorado. Which I am more than willing to accept for a chance at Mack lol.

I would think Tampa Bay would be the best bets. The Predators need a franchise forward badly and the Panthers need their high quality forwards as well.

With Yzerman firing Boucher however, it would seem there's some pressure within the organization to improve quickly. They need to shed cap space and need depth badly.

The Flames for example, could take Ohlund and Malone off their hands (assuming both would waive their NTC's) along with the 3rd overall, in exchange for the 6th overall, Butler and Horak. The Lightening would free up more than 8M in cap space by moving both those contracts; and maybe end up with 5M in free space total after factoring in Butler's new contract and Horak ELC. They'd get some cheap depth in Butler and Horak, a upper tier talent with the 6th overall, plus 5M to shore up other holes on their roster.

Of course, I doubt Lightening fans would be receptive to this.

In any case, were such a move up possible, the debate between picking Drouin, who by most accounts is considered to have a legitimate franchise potential, or Barkov, a potential star centermen would be entertaining. As much as I think the Flames need a centermen, passing on Drouin would be hard to do.