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Originally Posted by Vinny01
I know Tampa wouldn't do that but wanted to see Flames fans opinions. I do that deal without hesitation but there is already one poster that said he wouldn't. I suspected as such and was looking to see how many would be opposed
Mike Johnston wrote an article about 7 teams he could see taking a run or being a good fit for Drouin. Flames were one of those teams with Wideman/Russell and a promising young forward being our trade bait.
If Wideman is in the deal then I suspect Carle would be as well. Based on what Tampa is looking for
Wideman and Ferland
For
Carle and Drouin
Extra year on Carle at $5.5M. He would have to be given a look as Dougie's partner and Russell would have to be moved for picks/prospects. It would suck to lose Ferland but I don't think he is a top 6 guy but fills a huge roll on the team. I still make that trade and add as high as a 2nd rounder
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I'm pretty sure when he mentioned promising young forward, he's probably thinking more in the lines of Bennett, and less in the line of Ferland.
Flames absolutely have the pieces to get Drouin if they so choose, but I just can't see it done without Bennett.
What if Yzerman offered Drouin + 1st for Bennett and Kylington? Would Flames fans consider it?
I think I'd pass, but I think it's a lot more realistic than Wideman and Carle.