**Puts on tinfoil hat**
They were also saying theres a "Ledge" at 8 before the lottery took place. 8th was the lowest the flames could possibly pick. I honestly think they are just trying to use any leverage they can to possibly make a deal.
https://www.nhl.com/video/brian-burk...912/c-43770503
He talks about having a ledge at 8 around 2:00 min mark and 7:30