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Originally Posted by Flames_F.T.W
I was looking at some of the faceoff leaders among centres and noticed that Jordan Staal is right up there. If Carolina were to retain some salary, what do people think of a Backlund-Staal swap?? Obviously Staal is overpaid and doesn't have the offense to justify his contract, but... he's 6"4, fantastic on faceoffs, physical and a solid shutdown centre (contract aside, that's what you need in a 3rd line centre). Seeing how faceoffs and our AWEFUL PK are a huge part of this team's struggles, it seems like that could be a potential match. Perhaps I'm reaching a bit, but it would be a breath of fresh air to have someone who can win faceoffs on a regular basis. I'm tired of wasting powerplays chasing the puck after a lost faceoff.
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I think J.Staal would be a great add at %50 retained. He would be a great mentor for the younger Centers, helping teach faceoff skills. Also a change of scenery may be good for him. I think he would be a perfect mentor for Monahan in particular.
J.Staal %50 retained for Backlund would be an interesting deal.
A bigger deal would help both teams more, I think. If you target J.Staal and Skinner. What would the cost be? Backlund, prospect and a 2nd? Flames add?