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Jake · 11-24-2013, 02:41 PM

I think everyone agrees the Flames either need a C back if Backlund/Stajan are moved, or they need to sign one in the off season. This is because after those two, the Flames only have Monahan, Colborne, Knight, and Reinhart, and maybe guys like Jones (UFA) and Galiardi that could fill in. I also think it is important to bring in a veteran C to allow Monahan to play sheltered minutes.

There are a few decent centers that I could see making it to fee agency this year... Stastny, Roy, Legwand, Bolland, Ott... Stastny could be a good two-way C for Monahan to develop under, although I have a feeling someone will offer him a Horton-esk contract.

11-24-2013, 02:41 PM	#304
Jake Powerplay Quarterback Join Date: Oct 2004 Exp:	I think everyone agrees the Flames either need a C back if Backlund/Stajan are moved, or they need to sign one in the off season. This is because after those two, the Flames only have Monahan, Colborne, Knight, and Reinhart, and maybe guys like Jones (UFA) and Galiardi that could fill in. I also think it is important to bring in a veteran C to allow Monahan to play sheltered minutes. There are a few decent centers that I could see making it to fee agency this year... Stastny, Roy, Legwand, Bolland, Ott... Stastny could be a good two-way C for Monahan to develop under, although I have a feeling someone will offer him a Horton-esk contract.