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Originally Posted by thymebalm
Moving Backlund is likely a step in the wrong direction being that he is smart and skilled and young. But until a trade is made, no judgement can be made, really.
I think he has all the tools, but his line mates, lack of power play time, and limited ice in general have lowered his stock and counting stats.
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I agree. I'd be sorry to see him go, but I think a change of scenery might be good for him. A couple of years ago I heard one of the "experts" say the Flames had totally screwed up Backlund's early development, and I don't think this year has seen any better use of him by Flames' coaching