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Originally Posted by killer_carlson
I dont think we could trade Butler for a second round pick. I see no reason to rush to sign him. Let him test he market and show his true value. If someone signs him, then walk away and keep the second round pick ($1.67 per or so).
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I hadn't even thought of a scenario like that, and I like that idea.
I've never had the hate for Butler like most here do, but our D definitely needs more grit which is something I admit Butler doesn't provide at all. Cundari, Breen and Sarich (if still in CGY next year) do, so I'd be just fine with the scenario you provided, or if that doesn't work just simply signing him and trading him for mid round pick in order to make room for a bottom pairing "gritty" defender.
Butler is still an asset though IMO, so he should be qualified so he remains Flame property for the time being.