I might be reading into things a bit too much but I am really starting to wonder if Tkachuk is the big core piece that is moved this summer? He is by far the biggest trade chip the Flames have and if Johnny is going to sign long term there could be an argument that cashing in on Tkachuk makes some sense. Tkachuk shifting over to RW and looking good with Johnny leaves things open to have them both.
Treliving says there are going to be changes. Gio is only going in expansion, Monahan has low value right now, Lindholm is going nowhere. It is either Johnny or Tkachuk and basically I think one or the other is traded.
Eichel makes the most sense to target but I could also see the Rangers paying a hefty price
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