I highly doubt Calgary would expose the Captain or the guy who would be Captain if Giordano wasn't already here. (Flames are seeking more leadership not less)
Can anyone really see Brad Treliving holding a press conference justifying the exposing of Mark Giordano?
Mikael Backlund was the Captain of Sweden's World Chamionship Team for a reason, it's no coincidence Calgary has become an attractive location for the Swedes. Backlund is highly respected among his peers from his home country.
Backlund
Lindholm
Monahan
Tkachuk
Gaudreau
Mangiapane
Dubé
Giordano
Andersson
Tanev
Markström
Seattle Kraken select: Rittich
Bennett, Hanifin and Kylington are likely still trade bait, hopefully in a hockey deal for some character and leadership or for assets that won't need protection in the Expansion Draft.
Rumor: Calgary Flames Reject Latest Trade Offer from Boston Bruins
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According to multiple reports over the past few months, the Boston Bruins have been heavily interested in Calgary Flames defenseman, Noah Hanifin.
The offer apparently included Kase, defenseman Jeremy Lauzon and multiple draft picks.
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