solid move by the stars. I don't think they are all that concerned about the back half of that contract, as for the next few years, this basically buys them a shot at the western conference.
as a flames fan, i'm not sure what to feel at this point. I do not want elliott back based on his season start and playoff performance. The flames need a dependable goaltending option. at this point, i guess the only option i see that has pedigree we are looking for is fleury.
I'm glad this decision lays on the shoulders of treliving. He doesn't seem gun shy given his trade history, and given the fan base has had such a frustrating time with the goaltending during his tenure, i'm certain he's viewing this as the single highest priority going into the offseason (again.... sigh).
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