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Originally Posted by Lord Carnage
The problem I have is that you think we are protecting Gio and Tanev with 2 of our roster spots.
If you really want to protect Tanev, it comes at the expense of Gio, not a 24yo top 4 defenseman.
Personally, I think the Flames will be shopping a little for that last protect D-man before the draft... someone another team won't want to lose and we can protect (instead of Tanev OR Gio).
and should Valimaki pass Hanifin, that's ok, but after next year(21-22) Gio is gone anyways, so your top 2 are Valamaki and Hanifin.
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I’ve already explained why I believe Gio and Tanev will be protected.
I’m curious as to why you believe Mark Giordano will be gone after 2022? Gio moved to Calgary and is a pillar in the community. I could see Treliving offering him a short, cheaper deal to stay and I think Gio would take it.
The great thing about Gio is, he has no ego, so he’d be willing to play anywhere in the line up and in any role. His game has always been predicated on his unparalleled work ethic and hockey smarts. So even if his legs and other physical traits erode a bit more, I think he will still be effective in a lot of areas of the game even into his 40s.