Tough trade no matter what, IMO it's a lose-lose for the Flames in many ways, lose your franchise guy for a return that's not all that attractive, much due to the fact he's a rental at 36 yrs of age regardless of his resume, not to mention the NTC/NMC.
Perhaps it's a fail on Feaster/ownership's part for not getting some higher touted prospects back...either way I don't think they had too many options, the NTC and their loyalty/respect for Iggy limited their flexibility, he had the final say and it is what it is...
On the surface, these particular prospects do not project to be highly touted prospects but who knows, they may turn into quality players for this organization for many years and we'll see who the pick gets us. I welcome these young players to the Flames org and wish them the best and look forward to them turning pro and contributing to the Flames down the road. We still got a first round pick and two decent prospects and I would much rather see Iggy play for Pittsburg over Boston.
I think more importantly, it's about the Flames heading into a new direction. We can whine and complain all we want about the return for the Jarome Iginla trade and yes perhaps we would be further ahead if we had traded him in his prime but neither side was ready and it's pointless to ponder.
Embrace the change...
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