Based on the tone and wording from Ward's interview prior to the game today, I would not expect Baertschi getting a recall this season.
His wording suggested that Baertschi has already been told he is in the AHL for the entire year and his acceptance of this assignment is why he is finally getting some more confidence in his play and turning things around.
I cannot see the Flames recalling him and then potentially reassigning him and starting this whole "Cycle of Sven" again. Ward has made a ton of progress with him and needs more time with him to continue to get the best from him.
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