Czarnik doesn't make nothing. He's been okay, but I could see the Flames letting him go after this season.
Frolik might have some value now, and even with his improved play, it might make sense to trade him for cap reasons. With that said, I like Frolik and wouldn't mind if he stayed. He's one of the few people with cap that could actually be moved. He might end up with 20 goals.
Neal, Ryan, and Stone could be tricky to get rid of. I think the Flames would have to pay to get off of the Neal and Ryan contracts, and I don't think it would be worth it. Stone is probably somewhat movable, to an extent. I could see him being a throw-in in a trade.
Brodie has value again, thanks to Giordano. I think he'd be the next best candidate to be moved. I'd rather have him around, because the Flames need good depth for a deeper playoff run. But if it has to be done, Brodie could make sense.
Next would be Backlund, and I think this is really starting to push it. I would rather Backlund stay. At least for now.
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