Surprised this hasn't generated more discussion
"Francis offered up a handful of Calgary players were in it for themselves and would be traded in the off season; he was pondering an article to out them but hadn’t decided.
So who is he talking about?
My gut is on Johnny Gaudreau as the main target as I’ve seen more than enough evidence in the last month or so of the player giving up defensively has driven this writer nuts.
But others?
Dougie Hamilton? Micheal Ferland?"
I think management probably doesn't have a specific list, but rather, just looks at the roster and sees too many passive and one dimensional players. I think selling high on Ferland would be prudent. But within the group that includes the likes of Johnny, Monahan, Hamilton, Brodie and Sam- I wouldn't be surprised to see one or two of those dealt. And I wouldn't be surprised if it was a stunner involving Hamiltion or Johnny.
I know people don't like the notion of trading Johnny. And he is HIGHLY entertaining. But I see him as an opportunity to really address the overall asset void in the organization if you can get someone to really pay up to get him. And I'm not convinced he's a guy you win with.
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