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JJ1532 · 04-13-2016, 02:18 PM

Yes, everyone's forgotten forward. Well, he can't be forgotten about for much longer. He only managed 5 points in 29 games with the Flames, but has put up 15 points in 15 games for the Heat. He seems to have taken his demotion well and not sulked, getting stuck in with the Heat. I think that shows great character.

But, what does Treliving do with Raymond now? With it being a contract year and Raymond playing for his NHL future, he could still have something to offer. He is only a season removed from a 0.5 ppg pace.

For me, he has 4 options. He gives Mason one last chance to make the big team, giving him a chance to strike up some chemistry with Monahan/Gaudreau or Bennett in training camp.

Trades him for whatever he can get. But who would want him without us retaining salary? Is a trade even viable?

Buy out. Do we really want him dimished buy out hit stuck on the books for 2 years though? I'm thinking we don't. But what happens if Raymond is fed up and demands a move away. Is Treliving forced to give him a buy out?

Keeps him around, but with an idea of having him down with the Heat as soon as the players report back. So, that means building an NHL roster for the opening day that doesn't involve Raymond and put him back down at the first opportunity.

So, what would you do with him? What should Brad do with him? What is realistic?

04-13-2016, 02:18 PM	#1
JJ1532 First Line Centre Join Date: Dec 2013 Exp:	What to do with Mason Raymond? Yes, everyone's forgotten forward. Well, he can't be forgotten about for much longer. He only managed 5 points in 29 games with the Flames, but has put up 15 points in 15 games for the Heat. He seems to have taken his demotion well and not sulked, getting stuck in with the Heat. I think that shows great character. But, what does Treliving do with Raymond now? With it being a contract year and Raymond playing for his NHL future, he could still have something to offer. He is only a season removed from a 0.5 ppg pace. For me, he has 4 options. He gives Mason one last chance to make the big team, giving him a chance to strike up some chemistry with Monahan/Gaudreau or Bennett in training camp. Trades him for whatever he can get. But who would want him without us retaining salary? Is a trade even viable? Buy out. Do we really want him dimished buy out hit stuck on the books for 2 years though? I'm thinking we don't. But what happens if Raymond is fed up and demands a move away. Is Treliving forced to give him a buy out? Keeps him around, but with an idea of having him down with the Heat as soon as the players report back. So, that means building an NHL roster for the opening day that doesn't involve Raymond and put him back down at the first opportunity. So, what would you do with him? What should Brad do with him? What is realistic?