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Originally Posted by Classic_Sniper
Would you like to get to the playoffs though? Because that’s what he does, he can get you to, but he will need help to get through the playoffs. But one thing I’m certain of, he’s been the main reason why the Flames have actually been a competitive team over the last 7 years. This team made the playoffs in his rookie year, not a coincidence in my opinion. His dynamic play and ability to break games wide open and produce at even strength, has ensured that the Flames aren’t a basement dweller in the goal scoring department every year.
Now you might be right in that he can net the team a lot of assets. If the team does decide to rebuild, then im all for trading him. If the team wants to be competitive next season though, they’re gonna need him.
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I think if hes gone next year we will have to watch Calgary try and squeeze in without him, which will be interesting to watch to see if guys like Lindholm and Tkachuk can step up.
That said, they didn't get there even with him on the roster this year, so really how much would we even miss him during the regular season? It'll be boring as a fan, but I don't see Gaudreau put the team on his back much these days. His last three point game was in October 2019.