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Calgary4LIfe · 02-23-2015, 05:40 PM

I would say it isn't just Hartley, but the entire org that loves Ferland and what he could bring to the team over the years.

There is absolutely no question that this team needs to get bigger and tougher to play against. The 'goons' are slowly being pushed out of this league, and being replaced by guys who can play. Toughness is not being pushed out. Having someone of Ferland's level of toughness combined with his skill is something that is extremely difficult to find. Will he ever become an NHL regular who can pot in 20+ goals a season? Maybe, maybe not. I seriously doubt this organization is going to give up on this kid without being absolutely sure he isn't an NHL player.

I wouldn't say Ferland is 'untouchable', but he I figure he is definitely a guy in the organization that the Flames would not include in any trade as a sweetener of any sort.

02-23-2015, 05:40 PM	#197
Calgary4LIfe Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2010 Exp:	I would say it isn't just Hartley, but the entire org that loves Ferland and what he could bring to the team over the years. There is absolutely no question that this team needs to get bigger and tougher to play against. The 'goons' are slowly being pushed out of this league, and being replaced by guys who can play. Toughness is not being pushed out. Having someone of Ferland's level of toughness combined with his skill is something that is extremely difficult to find. Will he ever become an NHL regular who can pot in 20+ goals a season? Maybe, maybe not. I seriously doubt this organization is going to give up on this kid without being absolutely sure he isn't an NHL player. I wouldn't say Ferland is 'untouchable', but he I figure he is definitely a guy in the organization that the Flames would not include in any trade as a sweetener of any sort.