Huge long shot but I would love the Flames to land Granlund. I think he's the perfect fit for this team and can play on any of the top three lines. Responsible player who has shown great offence in the past and I think still has that ability.
So many possibilities for lineups with him including one that has been particularly intriguing for me in moving Tkachuck to the right side of the top line. As defensively responsible as Lindholm but brings more edge and is more of a playmaker which I think would help the line continue to produce when Johnny is struggling.
Gaudreau - Monahan - Tkachuk
Granlund/Mangiapane - Backlund - Lindholm
Granlund/ Mangiapane - Bennett - Dube
Lucic - Gawdin - XXXX
Would need to ship out Ryan and get Granlund and or Mangiapane on discount short term deals but I think he could be the exact low risk signing that could actually have a huge impact on this team.
|