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Originally Posted by VilleN
Why would Fox get traded for picks? What logic is there to that? Fox seems to be a solid pick... so trade him for a slightly younger pick with even less certainty?
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There have been rumours that Treliving is interested in getting a pick back, presumably a 1st or 2nd. If that's the case, you have to look at what assets the Flames have that could realistically be offered for a pick in that range.
The Flames depth is in their d prospects. Fox is a natural choice because A) there's uncertainty around his decision to sign with the Flames, and B) there are teams in the East where he would presumably be more likely to sign. In other words, he may be worth more to the Rangers of Sabres than he is to the Flames. And his value is probably in the late-1st range.
If you don't think the Flames are genuinely interested in trading for a 1st or 2nd round pick, then there's no need to be concerned. If you do think they're interested in trading for a 1st or 2nd, then I don't see why Fox is out of the question. Maybe you have better candidates to give up in such a deal?