Not sure why we are talking about top 5 or top 10. The bottom line is those guys don't come on the markets unless as free agents (rare) or when there is a situation like this.
The Flames need elite talent to compete head to head with teams that have top players. And Eichel is relatively young.
If the team is intent on winning now this is a path to take.
Pining for a rebuild is fun but not practical if the organization isn't going to do it.
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