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ben voyonsdonc · 03-03-2023, 05:10 PM

If Ritchie had a contract for next year, I think this would be a win but I’m just not sure what picking up an upcoming UFA does for a team that isn’t likely destined to make the playoffs. It’s a bit of a strange trade to me.

03-03-2023, 05:10 PM	#372
ben voyonsdonc Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Calgary, AB Exp:	If Ritchie had a contract for next year, I think this would be a win but I’m just not sure what picking up an upcoming UFA does for a team that isn’t likely destined to make the playoffs. It’s a bit of a strange trade to me.