Stone is a great player who always steps up with lots of energy during a call up. However, when he's relied on for lengths of time, he always looks worse. He's not the best skater. He doesn't have the highest hockey IQ.
Great #7 who can step up into the lineup, as a competent NHL. He's not adding anything in the lineup full time. He'd also be taking up a spot that should be used to develop prospects. With how deep the Flames defence is, they only need the #6 to playa pretty minimal role. Providing that time to Stone seems like a waste.
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