A Hanafin trade is going to happen. It will include an NHL forward with some upside. In addition to the pressures McGuire mentioned, I think Lindholm decision is dependent on how competitive he thinks the Flames will be, and what they have to put on his wing. Backlund will likely extend if Lindholm does.
Conroy will decide on Zadorov and Tanev once things settle out, but I expect he is willing to go into the season with those guys on a one year. I don't see those guys getting moved unless a D is acquired elsewhere. I could see Zadorov extended thoigh.
Vladar will get traded as long as they can get something.
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