Hartley wanted the team to play a high octane, up tempo, fast skating, skill oriented, offensive style game that would be entertaining for the fans and push the pace of the game. Team toughness and five guys that play hard.
Well the McGratton trade definitely adds more of that dynamic to the team. He probably steps onto the powerplays first team and rides shotgun with Stajan and Iginla on our first line.
The only downside to this trade is that it does not look like he will be available for the game tonight. If he was in the line up then I think it would be a guaranteed win. Heck with all of the three point games being played right now, this trade might help Calgary get all three of those points in a game. Really help us move up the standings.
I am already clearing a spot on my wall where I am going to hang our 2013 Stanley Cup banner. Love this move so much and just think that the Feast is an amazing general manager.
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