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Originally Posted by GioforPM
So trade him for a cheaper centre on about the same PPG pace, who the team loves, plus a defenceman when we don't have an NHL replacement, especially with Smid out?
Yeah that makes sense.
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Richards is two years younger than Stajan and would do a lot better if forced into a bigger role than Stajan would. If Calgary wants to compete with the big boys of the West, a guy like Richards would be amazing. Also, I believe by the tim the contract is over, 5 million will be not a big deal on the cap hit for a 34 year old centre who can win draws. I would rather have Wotherspoon playing in the NHL than Engelland regardless of Smid's injury status