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Originally Posted by Cali Flames Fan
They aren't going to trade or waive him until they see what he can offer once 100% healthy. That would be disrespectful to not even allow him the opportunity to compete for a regular roster spot. If he doesn't measure up, then you can discuss moving him along, but he was a warrior for many years and deserves enough respect to at least put him in game action for a couple weeks to see if he can offer something to the team.
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I kind of agree with this because I think he needs to get up to game speed but I don't think the Flames should have to put him in actual meaningful games to find out but if there's no other way then yes they do have to find out how he plays by getting him in some games. At the same time, I don't think he "deserves" to be given a spot on the team without earning it. I know he was a warrior but at the same time, Raymond was a goal scorer. Right now is what matters. I do thin Smid deserves a chance but I don't think the Flames should have to make any kind of sacrifice to give him that chance and if you have a different player who's playing well, it's not right to sit him in favour of finding out just what Smid can do.
It's complicated to say the least but I'm really glad none of us have the final say. I'm sure BT will find a way to not only make this work, but to make this work out for both Smid and the Flames.