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Originally Posted by shadowlord
Can someone explain to me, now that the season has started, why haven't the Flames put Smid on LTIR. What is the advantage of not doing this now (or after game 1)?
Since Smid was on our active roster at the start of the season, we already got the cap overage for him, right?
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Originally Posted by kyuss275
Of course he qualifies for being put on LTIR. There is a good chance he never plays hockey again because of his injury.
As for why the flames have not done it ? I have no idea. I see other teams also go this route , so there might be some sort of penalty/fine that goes along with being on LTIR. Granted i'm just guessing.
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The Flames are under the cap, thus LTIR essentially does not exist. LTIR relief can only happen when you need to go over the cap with your replacement(s).