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http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/3...ne-crossroads/

They know it will be a surprise if Glencross isn’t traded by Monday. And, they know they will not be as good a team if he is dealt for a draft pick and/or a prospect. GM Brad Treliving was 45 kms away from his group last night, watching Arizona/Islanders, but the Flames are travelling with a heavy organizational presence, so there were plenty of team executives at Madison Square Garden.

They were just as disappointed as the players.

You can see what this means. Calgary knows giving up the future doesn’t make sense. Not at this stage in their growth. But, what Treliving and his staff know is you have to reward your team when it deserves it. You have to show your young guys you’re there to win.

Whatever they get for Glencross (or think they are going to get), they’re going to invest it in this season. Maybe a bigger deal pops up for a good player with term, and the add really jolts the team. But, failing that, they’re going to try and bring in a little something, because they know this group deserves a legit chance.