The Markstrom acquisition was a homerun. Flames needed to finally land a big name goalie who is one of the best in the league. Swedish players seem to age like fine wine, so I think 6 years is fine especially for that cap hit. Looking forward to having stability in net for the next half-decade.
Still not sold on the Tanev acquisition. I didn't follow him as much as others have, but a defensive d-man on the wrong side of 30 who is injury prone doesn't scream like a homerun to me. I'll take Canuck fan's word that he's a solid player. But the Flames record of signing UFA players who are 30+ is piss poor. History is not on their side....
I understand that changes needed to be made to the core, but IMO Brodie was one of the few who brought it each and every post-season. Sad to see him go and am worried he'll be a bigger loss then most think. Disappointed to see that no changes were made between Gaudreau or Monahan. I remember the vitriol they got after yet another 1st round loss and am preparing myself for the exact same scenario. No a single person on CP should be surprised if/when they falter again when it matters most.
Overall I'd give it a B. Love the goalie acquisition. Will wait and see for Tanev. Sad about Brodie. Disappointed about 2 of our forward core.
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