I think I am satisfied with today.
We lost Cammalleri to New Jersey but at least they tried but couldn't compete with the term. I am sure Flames are offerring short-term maximum 3 years but Cammy looking for a longer term. Good luck on Cammy.
They filled out the position for a backup/1A-B goaltender in Jonas Hiller. 2 years is pretty good and he is still a decent goaltender who can play at any given night. That would spell overplaying Kari Ramo in his 2nd season as the Flames goaltender.
Mason Raymond I think will also help as a replacement for Cammy. He is not as good offensively as Cammy but the guy can play on both sides, penalty killing and have speed. I know we could have signed him cheaper last season but that's how it goes.
Derek Engelland is a bit overpayment but I guess with anticipation of losing Butler, they need to sign a defenseman. Derek is big, tough defenseman who can also play as forward. I just hope he is not like Shane O'Brien who is also big and can be tough but didn't really uses his size to his advantage. Is he going to replace Butler's willingness to block shot? I guess we'll find out. If he plays tough every night, i guess i can go past the blocking shot part.
I am not sure if they'll sign some more UFA today but i am sure they'll still make some minor signing to fill out the AHL team.
|