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Old 01-07-2017, 09:41 PM   #126
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Originally Posted by MarkGio View Post
Here's my pipedream proposal in the event Chia can't find a better deal at the deadline because every GM is afraid to do something with the expansion happening:

Flames trade:
Wideman 50% retained + Elliott + Brouwer + Kylington

Oilers trade:
Puljujarvi + Fayne

Here's my thoughts here:
-- Oilers have weakness in their top 6 RW position, back-up goalie position, and top 4 RD position.
-- Oilers need cap flexibility for when McDavid and Drasaitl contracts expire, so short term contracts are beneficial and Fayne cap relief helps for next season
-- Oilers are hungry to give their fans playoffs, so they probably want to go further than the first round, hence they fill the holes in their line-up
-- Puljujarvi is REALLY struggling with the Oilers and meets the Flames needs longer term than short term
-- Oilers regain some of Puljujarvi's potential by getting Kylington, who could ultimately be the best piece in the deal.

Thoughts?

Edit: I also realize that Chia would rather trade for a #1 D more than anything (probably spending their 1st rounder too) but I can't see any club giving up a #1 D for a struggling Puljujarvi and late 1st
Why would you even waste the time it took to write this?

Chia would have to be 1992 Doug Riesbrough stupid to make this trade.
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