Phillips will still be recalled in my opinion. I think he was sent down because Sutter likes the lines the way they are for now, and we still have Ruzicka playing on the 4th line and he deserves the top 9 spot over Phillips.
If Phillips was still on the roster he would be almost at his 30 day eligibility period and would 100% get picked up on waivers, and Flames know that. So he was sent down until Sutter stops liking the lines and sees a potential spot for him.
I love Phillips but right now there is just no space, Ruzicka should be given Lucic's spot next.
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