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Panarin would be an amazing add and has a bit of versatility as he can play both wings. He also has that right-shot one-timer that would make our powerplay so much better.

The Flames finished runner-up to the Blackhawks in the Panarin sweepstakes so, unless his opinion has changed, we know he isn't opposed to playing in this market either.

But the price to get him would be so high it would take an enormous deal between the two teams. The Blue Jackets are in desperate need of a #1 or #2 centre so I'm not sure the Flames even have what they're looking for unless they rate Bennett highly enough, with the Flames adding. They could use another left defenceman also depending on their plans with Nutivaara. A lot would come down to whether the Flames are going for a one year shot or are interested in acquiring him for the longer term. If longer, with Tkachuk getting a massive raise, the Flames may need to move some salary back also.