My concern is not with the money these guys (Stajan, Raymond, Bollig, Jones) are being paid, but the clutter of forwards the Flames are going to have next season. I count 16 forwards that could easily be on the NHL roster next season. If Poirier needs more time in the AHL then that drops to 15.
Ferland should be taking Bollig's spot. Bennett will force his way on the team. Probably forces Granlund to the wing. Ideally Granlund would take Raymond's spot in the line-up. Shore seems like an ideal 4th line center, even though I do like how Stajan is playing in that role. I think the Flames should probably keep Jones, but Poirier will be fighting for a RW spot next season.
I'm hoping after watching the team this season that Treliving at least passes on signing any UFAs this season, especially up front.
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