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Originally Posted by Ashasx
Wait, you actually think Treliving is going to trade one of our best forwards that literally makes life easier for every player on the team when we are within striking distance of the playoffs AND the Islanders have our 1st round pick and will only be picking higher the worse the Flames do?
Unless the Flames absolutely nose dive over these next few weeks, there is absolutely zero chance Backlund is traded. It's not even worth discussing.
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Then quit discussing it and let others who have differing view of yours, do so. That arrogance is astounding.
And yes, I believe that regardless of positioning, the Flames can ill afford to allow Backlund to walk with zero return for him (depending on offers). I think most GM's would think the same way unless they are convinced their club can go on a deep run. Treliving is a smart guy and if he believes his club is lacking the necessary pieces to go deep into the playoffs, he will have a contingency plan in place with a few different guys around the league on what they would be willing to give up, and should one of those packages satisfy BT, he pulls the trigger.
Again though, what the hell difference does it make to Treliving on making a deal because the Islanders have the Flames 1st rounder? That pick is gone...doesnt matter what the Flames do from here on out.