Ideally the Flames can move some vets at the trade deadline (Hudler, Jones) and create some room to bring guys like Poirier and Agostino up for a cup of coffee in the NHL.
Poirier is at a critical juncture in his pro career - he has to decide if he really wants to give it all it takes, and work exceptionally hard this off season. I think if the will is there, then there is still a way for this kid.
I can see him as the Flames version of Brad Marchand if he is willing to devote himself to this role. He is one of the Flames dark horses in the AHL.
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