I wonder how much this deal would interest Columbus
Bennett+Pelletier/Zary (Columbus choice) 2x 1st round pick, Ryan (cap purposes)
This way the Flames only lose Bennett off the roster and they can manage the quarantine easily. Columbus gets a player that they can put at center and give a fresh start to but the key for them is getting a top prospect and multiple 1st rounders.
Flames then have 5 near elite forwards in Tkachuk, Lindholm, Gaudreau, Monahan, Dubois and then still have Backlund, Dube, Mangiapane. I don’t know too many teams that could have a better overall top 9. It doesn’t take away from the defense either.
With a very solid prospect worth at least a 1st, 2 other 1st rounders and a former 4th overall pick that could use a change of scenery and known to elevate his game in big situations is a pretty strong offer
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