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Calgary4LIfe · 10-08-2013, 09:51 PM

For the record - I never insinuated anywhere in my posts that Monahan does NOT have 1st line potential, including offence. I think he will prove himself to be a 1st line center in every sense of the word, and then some. Just because I think Jankowski has more offensive potential (and some disagree, which is fine), doesn't mean I think less of Monahan.

Back on topic:

I doubt Philly is scouting Baertschi (even with Burke's comments, I highly doubt the organization is 'down' on him). Cammy was not playing.

Leaves Glencross, Stempniak, Stajan (if they stopped scouting, maybe it was him?), or perhaps (wishful thinking) Butler in a package for one of their more expensive D.

I am ok with trading Glencross. He is rather perfect for sheltering the youth with his speed and line matching ability (great on defence, is fast enough and defensively strong enough - even with the occasional brain fart). On the flipside, I don't think the Flames will even ask Glencross if it is a 'fair deal'. It will cost Philly an overpayment of sorts.

I don't really think Calgary is in any hurry to unload Glencross. Would he return Schenn? Maybe the defensive brother, but that would probably be what it would take in order for Calgary to part with Glencross. I am not convinced Schenn will be a superstar, but I am convinced he will be a very good center in the middle lines at the very least for his career. He would be a legitimate candidate for the 1st line center position with Monahan and Jankowski (don't laugh Moon) and whomever else the Flames end up possibly drafting this year.

I would prefer a package for Couturier - he hasn't exploded offensively yet, but he is already a complete stud defensively (was great against Malkin in the playoffs 2 years ago). I think he will eventually settle in as a very good 2nd line center with elite defensive ability - the exact kind of player that Calgary seems to be building towards.

10-08-2013, 09:51 PM	#328
Calgary4LIfe Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2010 Exp:	For the record - I never insinuated anywhere in my posts that Monahan does NOT have 1st line potential, including offence. I think he will prove himself to be a 1st line center in every sense of the word, and then some. Just because I think Jankowski has more offensive potential (and some disagree, which is fine), doesn't mean I think less of Monahan. Back on topic: I doubt Philly is scouting Baertschi (even with Burke's comments, I highly doubt the organization is 'down' on him). Cammy was not playing. Leaves Glencross, Stempniak, Stajan (if they stopped scouting, maybe it was him?), or perhaps (wishful thinking) Butler in a package for one of their more expensive D. I am ok with trading Glencross. He is rather perfect for sheltering the youth with his speed and line matching ability (great on defence, is fast enough and defensively strong enough - even with the occasional brain fart). On the flipside, I don't think the Flames will even ask Glencross if it is a 'fair deal'. It will cost Philly an overpayment of sorts. I don't really think Calgary is in any hurry to unload Glencross. Would he return Schenn? Maybe the defensive brother, but that would probably be what it would take in order for Calgary to part with Glencross. I am not convinced Schenn will be a superstar, but I am convinced he will be a very good center in the middle lines at the very least for his career. He would be a legitimate candidate for the 1st line center position with Monahan and Jankowski (don't laugh Moon) and whomever else the Flames end up possibly drafting this year. I would prefer a package for Couturier - he hasn't exploded offensively yet, but he is already a complete stud defensively (was great against Malkin in the playoffs 2 years ago). I think he will eventually settle in as a very good 2nd line center with elite defensive ability - the exact kind of player that Calgary seems to be building towards.