https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/video/lebrun-...ordano~2241650
summary:
Flames don't want to lose Giordano to Seattle and are looking at every scenario
probably a stretch to suggest that they would try to protect 4 d-men by going to the 8 skater protection model because it would expose some forwards they don't want to lose either
last few days there have been renewed discussions between Calgary and Seattle on what the price would be not to take Giordano
as of Wednesday the price is high based on what LeBrun is hearing from other teams around the league, but the price might lower before the protection lists are due
Another option (if they can't negotiate a side deal) is to trade a d-man or make a hockey trade (which LeBrun believe is being explored as well)