Based on the WAR%, Hertl is a lot better than Monahan. Especially in recent years.
Many of Monahan's points he got early. But he's still a big center and would have good trade value, even after a couple of down seasons. Plus, he has more term remaining on his contract.
At the end of the day, if Hertl is basically a pending UFA, it makes next to no sense for the Flames to acquire him.
There are other more relevant players to talk about.
Plus, as other have stated, San Jose should be more interested in picks and prospects. The Flames should not be trading away assets like that for rentals.
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