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getbak · 08-04-2022, 11:33 AM

Right now, they only have 11 forwards under contract who were NHL regulars last season, plus Ruzicka is an RFA who played 28 NHL games last season. Also, at this point, Monahan is still a question mark as to when he'll be ready.

Even if they hope for a player like Pelletier to make the jump, I think we'll see them add two more forwards with significant NHL experience -- probably one who can play in the top-6 and one to play in the bottom-6.

Depending on who they add, it will then determine what other moves they need to make. A player like Kadri likely means a big move or two. Someone like Stastny, Rodrigues, or Milano might be able to be added without needing to make as big a deal to clear space.

I wouldn't be surprised to see Valimaki moved to a team who needs to bolster its blueline in exchange for a player who is the forward equivalent of Valimaki -- young prospect who has struggled to find consistency at the NHL level who might benefit from a change of scenery.

Tanev's status is also still up in the air (probably moreso than Monahan). I know Treliving has said he's ahead of schedule, but considering the schedule said he could miss up to half the season, he could be ahead of schedule and still miss 10-20 games.

08-04-2022, 11:33 AM	#4451
getbak Franchise Player Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Calgary, AB Exp:	Right now, they only have 11 forwards under contract who were NHL regulars last season, plus Ruzicka is an RFA who played 28 NHL games last season. Also, at this point, Monahan is still a question mark as to when he'll be ready. Even if they hope for a player like Pelletier to make the jump, I think we'll see them add two more forwards with significant NHL experience -- probably one who can play in the top-6 and one to play in the bottom-6. Depending on who they add, it will then determine what other moves they need to make. A player like Kadri likely means a big move or two. Someone like Stastny, Rodrigues, or Milano might be able to be added without needing to make as big a deal to clear space. I wouldn't be surprised to see Valimaki moved to a team who needs to bolster its blueline in exchange for a player who is the forward equivalent of Valimaki -- young prospect who has struggled to find consistency at the NHL level who might benefit from a change of scenery. Tanev's status is also still up in the air (probably moreso than Monahan). I know Treliving has said he's ahead of schedule, but considering the schedule said he could miss up to half the season, he could be ahead of schedule and still miss 10-20 games. __________________ Turn up the good, turn down the suck!