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Originally Posted by Cleveland Steam Whistle
I don't dissagree, I was just thinking he'd be very appealing to other teams, entering his prime, but if the Flames feel good about their younger centres upside, maybe a deal for Backlund to increase the depth on the back end when it come to top end prospects.
Regardless, I just hope he plays well and either stays with the club putting up great numbers or is leveraged for great value.
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absolutely he would, which is why I think his signing with us for a cheap short contract days are over. We had the chance to lock him up last year and went short again, we'll pay for it next time.
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Originally Posted by Grimbl420
I don't see where Backlund slots into our roster in the next 2-3 years. I can see him being shopped at the deadline.
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The perfect 3rd line center on a contending team. Our Jarrett Stoll.