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Old 02-01-2018, 09:06 AM   #436
Jiri Hrdina
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Originally Posted by Strange Brew View Post
I would return Hamonic to the Isles for those picks in a heartbeat if i could.

Hamonic is a useful player but the price was steep. Those picks should have returned a player who could make more of an impact vs. #4 defenseman. Particularly based on how the Flames seem to use their defensemen.
I think understanding the impact of dmen, particularly stay at home guys, is among the toughest things to evaluate as a fan.
I think he's been more solid in the last 20 games or so.
And part of the reason for the asking price was his contract.
I don't love the deal. Frankly I don't love any deal where 1sts are given up. But I understand why the deal was made.
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