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bluejays · 07-22-2022, 10:20 PM

So many up and down thoughts on this trade, specifically because I don't think the Flames fully know what's next. My thoughts on the players first.

Huberdeau - first I was ecstatic but learned he's a UFA. Given the Canadian connection I think they'd be banking on him giving us a chance to sign, probably between now and the deadline. I'm thinking if he's wishy washy or if they're not doing well, they'll try and deal him to a team like Ottawa where they may be done with too many recent 1sts, and may deal their 1st for this upcoming draft
Weegar - I like the idea of, "if we can't score, let's prevent the opposing team from scoring". He's a serviceable two way dman, who can be a 3rd best dman on many teams. No idea if he's signed for the long term but in a year where we've lost offence, I have no problem with him being brought in to stop the bleeding and move the puck up at the same time.
Schwindt - Who? Who cares.
Conditional 2025 pick - It went from looking like a 2023 1st, to 2025 to conditional 2025. This tells me the Flames are looking at re-signing Huberdeau first and foremost, and the pick is conditional on that. Florida got their guy and signed him, and I really wish this was for this year somehow. It's kicking the can so far down the path that it's a little aggravating, knowing this years draft can produce something so fruitful.

Anyway, I think this is a fair deal for Treliving. Not bad, not great, just right. What makes me anxious is what direction they're heading is not fully lit. This deal buys them more time for a guy who probably doesn't hate the team, and will give a fair chance. But it also doesn't give us a coveted 1st for this year. Treliving can't twist anyone's arm to give up that 1st, but if Huberdeau isn't keen on extending, he should be able to get a 1st.

I'm also thinking perhaps Backlund can get a 1st for a team like the Rangers at the deadline. So much TBD. I just hope they don't try to build around Huberdeau because at 29, this is his peak as good as he is. I really like him and his game, but I really want to see a rebuild by maximizing assets and getting young guys to grow together. A lot TBD.

07-22-2022, 10:20 PM	#520
bluejays Franchise Player Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Toronto, Ontario Exp:	So many up and down thoughts on this trade, specifically because I don't think the Flames fully know what's next. My thoughts on the players first. Huberdeau - first I was ecstatic but learned he's a UFA. Given the Canadian connection I think they'd be banking on him giving us a chance to sign, probably between now and the deadline. I'm thinking if he's wishy washy or if they're not doing well, they'll try and deal him to a team like Ottawa where they may be done with too many recent 1sts, and may deal their 1st for this upcoming draft Weegar - I like the idea of, "if we can't score, let's prevent the opposing team from scoring". He's a serviceable two way dman, who can be a 3rd best dman on many teams. No idea if he's signed for the long term but in a year where we've lost offence, I have no problem with him being brought in to stop the bleeding and move the puck up at the same time. Schwindt - Who? Who cares. Conditional 2025 pick - It went from looking like a 2023 1st, to 2025 to conditional 2025. This tells me the Flames are looking at re-signing Huberdeau first and foremost, and the pick is conditional on that. Florida got their guy and signed him, and I really wish this was for this year somehow. It's kicking the can so far down the path that it's a little aggravating, knowing this years draft can produce something so fruitful. Anyway, I think this is a fair deal for Treliving. Not bad, not great, just right. What makes me anxious is what direction they're heading is not fully lit. This deal buys them more time for a guy who probably doesn't hate the team, and will give a fair chance. But it also doesn't give us a coveted 1st for this year. Treliving can't twist anyone's arm to give up that 1st, but if Huberdeau isn't keen on extending, he should be able to get a 1st. I'm also thinking perhaps Backlund can get a 1st for a team like the Rangers at the deadline. So much TBD. I just hope they don't try to build around Huberdeau because at 29, this is his peak as good as he is. I really like him and his game, but I really want to see a rebuild by maximizing assets and getting young guys to grow together. A lot TBD.