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Originally Posted by GioforPM
His contract value league wide is relevant for trade value. The notion he’s worth peanuts because of his contract is what’s being pushed against. And it’s nowhere near the issue that Tkachuk or Gaudreau are going to become contract wise.
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I never said he was worth peanuts. In fact, I stated the opposite last week saying I think he still has some value and I even mentioned a few teams that could use him just today. Sam Bennett got a change of scenery and look at him flourishing. I’m hoping a few other teams feel the same way about Monahan and give him a shot.
Gaudreau and Tkachuk if they do decide to stay, would be well worth it. Lindholm’s contract is still fantastic so that’ll offset some of the cost of the other 2. I’ve just marveled at how they’ve transformed this team’s ability to be competitive because of how well they breakout and their ability to easily gain the zone and create traction in the offensive zone.
They set up other lines for success by constantly cycling and dominating their opposition line. I think it was the Boeser and Horvat line they trapped in the defensive end while pummeling them with shots. I think they have a chance to be an elite NHL line and I have no problem paying for that. It’s the bottom level players the Flames have to be careful with. This team cannot afford another expensive mistake if they want to compete for a Cup as we’ve already seen the terrible byproducts of the ugly Neal and the Brouwer contracts (i.e. your favorite punching bag Brett Ritchie).