Really depends a lot on what happens this summer for trades and signings, but very interesting topic.
We have Smid, Diaz, Engelland & Schelmko all vying for two spots, with Wotherspoon, Potter and perhaps Sieloff in the wings. Smid, Diaz, Engelland & Schelmko are all capable 5/6 guys. A "good" problem to have.
Since we are playing armchair GM right now, we need to consider contracts. For simplicity sake, I'll consider Smid to be 100% by training camp next year.
Engellend and Smid both have multiple years on their deals, so I think you pencil them in as your 5/6 guys next year. Diaz & Schlemko are both FA this summer.
The interesting part is what kind of market is out there for a guy like Smid + prospect. Depending on what the return is, you could trade Smid & sign Schlemko or Diaz. I think I'm more partial to Schlemko because his goal was prettier than Diaz's. It will interesting if Diaz or Schlem even want to sign in Calgary knowing they may not play.
Signing Potter to another 1 year deal doesn't affect the above, since it's a 2 way insurance deal.
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