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Originally Posted by transplant99
Not to pick on you specifically, but I simply dont understand the desire of so many to get rid of Stempniak.
yeah he isnt a young guy anymore, but he isnt "old" either. The Flames are re-building true...but you still need solid character guys who have experience in what it takes to play in the NHL. He is a perfect example of this in that he was a bit of a longshot to even make the show. Not only did he make it, he is a contributor in all phases of the game. He is on a very reasonable contract and seems like a quiet leader on a team with a need for that.
Just my 2 cents.
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I guess the talk that the Flames were shopping him at the draft (as well and Tangs and Sarich, both who have since moved) fuels some of this talk.
Does a lot of things well but nothing great. Movable contract and could be attractive for teams looking to send a bigger contract back while at the same time getting a serviceable player back. Good complementary player but that's about it.