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Knowing that Morrison was prepared to leave school after his junior year had created a buzz among bird-dogs.

“Fourteen teams were (represented) at the last game and a lot were in to see him,” said Craig Conroy, assistant general manager of the Flames. “Talking to his agent, there were definitely a lot of other teams involved.

“To see guys that have played in college and get a chance, that’s what they want. They want an opportunity to come in and prove themselves.”

For another week, Morrison will tend to academic commitments at the Kalamazoo-based campus. Then he’ll join Adirondack of the American Hockey League.

“Exciting and unknown,” said Morrison. “I know I have to go there and earn a spot to be in the lineup, just show what I have … just prove that I belong there.”

The Flames’ interest in Morrison is understandable — needing to stock their cupboards, particularly on defence.

A two-way rearguard fits the bill.

“I like being on the offensive side of things,” said Morrison, who, in his 115 games at Western Michigan, recorded 54 points and 151 penalty minutes, “but I like taking care of my own end as well.”