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Originally Posted by TrentCrimmIndependent
The other thing is there wasn't a lot of competitive bids for Hamonic either by the sounds of it. It was made known that he was available for months before he was finally traded.
Kind of a red flag.
Just like no one ponying up the dough to woo Kadri's camp in the initial weeks, except for the Isles who had to move contracts first but didn't.
Maybe the Flames should pay attention to that, and ask why a guy who's available isn't a hot commodity.
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I am not so sure that was the case. My recollection was that Hamonic was a hot name and the Islanders were holding out for a big return (which they got). Part of the issue was Hamonic's desire to play in Western Canada which limited the credible bidders.
Kadri was hoping to still re-sign with Colorado, which might have limited interest, but I think there was still tire kicking. I wouldn't conclude he wasn't a hot commodity.