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Originally Posted by Iggy Snipe
Hopefully the Flames can get some value for Backlund, and trade him before the season starts to a contender. Backlund wants to win, and he is certainly not worth big money and term he may demand this late in his career. Backlund will be missed for sure, but the Flames have never made it past the second round with him in the line up. He isn’t part of the re build or re tool, unless it’s on a short term contract.
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What I have heard in regards to Backlund is besides Colorado poking around there has been nothing else out there. Unless something comes out of left field I would expect Backlund to start the year in Calgary. If the Flames are struggling he will probably garner the interest he isn't getting now at the trade deadline. If the Flames are competitive they probably just keep him for the playoff run and then say goodbye and thanks for all the fish.