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Originally Posted by Strange Brew

While I agree it’s very unlikely, I can’t imagine the Flames would have negotiated away the right to make hiring decisions within their organization above Treliving.

Was it ever determined where the rumors that Treliving wanted more autonomy were coming from? The organization hasn’t always been as leaky. Think back to the Keenan hire or Feaster firing. Those were abrupt.

I agree with your premise but I also think it’s unlikely that ownership is that happy right now. And the rumored Neal buyout he wanted could not possibly have won him support.

This isn't proof of anything, but found a reddit post that came from the time period.

https://www.reddit.com/r/CalgaryFlam...relivings_new/

All tweets in order

Calgary misses out on Ben Bishop for third time, via source. #Flames had deal in place at draft but Bishop contract demands too steep (7x7).

Source also said #Flames made move for Bishop at trade deadline (similar to #Kings package), but fell through awaiting Ken King's approval.

According to source, Brad Treliving needed Ken King's approval on all trades/transactions. King in air transit. Steve Yzerman couldn't wait.

As story goes, Yzerman told Treliving he had similar offer from #Kings, needed #Flames to sign off in 15 mins, Treliving couldn't reach King

But I see @JSportsnet says #Flames were on Bishop's no-trade list, which conflicts with source saying Calgary had deal in place at deadline.

Nevertheless, #Flames circled back on Bishop but #Stars won out — presumably based on Bishop's preference, offer would have been same again.

Big condition in Brad Treliving's new contract/re-signing with #Flames was full autonomy, meaning he can now make moves without King consent

Not sure how much of that #Flames info was already public knowledge or "out there" amongst those in know in Calgary. Source said no secret.

https://twitter.com/user/status/862068797460496384