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Originally Posted by Flames67
Dicklund is saying that the Flames are showing "strong interest in Palmieri".
So maybe there is more smoke to Johnny to NJ. Palmieri is only one year remaining on his contract so it gives him a good chance to Prove himself if he wants to stay and doesn't lock us into anything too long term. Lindholm, Palmieri, Dube, Mangiapane on the right side sounds pretty stellar to me for next year.
Gaudreau for Palmieri 18th and 20th? Probably a throw in of some kind from Calgary. Picking three consecutive times in the first round would be pretty incredible, gives us a chance to draft positional needs really quickly, or trade 2/3 of them to move up. Perhaps all three gets you in the top three picks? Or could be moved for a serious upgrade; Barkov?
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Maybe others feel differently, but I personally have zero interest in Palmieri as part of a Gaudreau return. Isn't the whole reason for trading Johnny because we think he will go UFA? Why bring in a guy on a 1 year deal as part of the return? Another east coast guy as well.
I know you also included the picks, which would be nice, but they aren't getting you into the top 3 and they sure as heck aren't getting you Barkov.