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BACKCHECK!!! · 07-21-2013, 10:31 PM

I think trading Brodie would be a terrible idea.

Not because he's some kind of hockey Jesus or anything, but just because defencemen usually take 6-8 years after their draft to really hit their stride. Brodie was drafted 5 years ago, he's come along faster than most expected, and he's just making a mark in the NHL now.

Even if the Flames draft some prime defenders next year, they probably won't be at their peaks until the 2020-2022 time frame.

Brodie is the only impact defender the Flames have in an age bracket that is crucial to the rebuild.

07-21-2013, 10:31 PM	#153
BACKCHECK!!! First Line Centre Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: TEXAS!! Exp:	I think trading Brodie would be a terrible idea. Not because he's some kind of hockey Jesus or anything, but just because defencemen usually take 6-8 years after their draft to really hit their stride. Brodie was drafted 5 years ago, he's come along faster than most expected, and he's just making a mark in the NHL now. Even if the Flames draft some prime defenders next year, they probably won't be at their peaks until the 2020-2022 time frame. Brodie is the only impact defender the Flames have in an age bracket that is crucial to the rebuild. __________________ I am a lunatic whose world revolves around hockey and Oilers hate.