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Originally Posted by heep223
Generally I agree, but the flames basically have a two year window to win now. Backlund needs to be a big part of that. And he’ll likely start falling off after that anyways.
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I don't think we should trade the guy, I am arguing that if the Flames make a trade, the only center involved should be one in return (unless Ryan is on the move, one can dream). My reasoning for this is calling into question how much longer Backlund will be a legit 2nd C option.
Mangiapane and Kyllinton are two names that come to mind if the Flames want to improve their position at center. However, it would have to make sense, and it likely wouldn't because the Cap is ####ed league wide ( including for the Flames), and trading during covid seems like a big mess with test ect...
So yeah, this year the Flames roster will look a lot like it does now. Which is probably fine. Next year however, things might be ugly if a better center doesn't come into play.