The Ritchie Ritchie swap is probably a slight uptick. Mackey wasn’t going anywhere and we got a depth defender in return. Why not make those moves.
It would have been nice to potentially get something for Lucic and Lewis. But really, they don’t have much value and it seems the Flames still think they have a shot a catching the stumbling Jets.
There are 6 UFAs in 2024. I’d figure out who isn’t in your plans in the offseason and try and move them or move them at next years deadline if you’re in the same situation. I’d try and move anyone that doesn’t extend their contract as well. When you’re mathematically eliminated this year take a look at Wolf, Zary and Coronado and see if they are ready.
If the Flames can figure out their goaltending and the powerplay they are in the playoffs easily. Probably close to the top of the division. The goaltending situation is the big question mark in my mind.
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