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Originally Posted by kehatch
I don't think anyone should be making blanket statements such as "trade at the deadline no matter what". Let's say the Flames are in a secure playoff spot and a second round pick is on the table for Tanev or Backlund. How does the value of a second round pick weight against the alternative? What does it say to the players and coaching staff if they make that trade? What about future UFAs? How valuable are playoff games for the development of the young guys?
Sure, if Lindholm hasn't signed an extension and someone is offering a massive package you don't have much of a choice. But chances are we are going to lose some players for nothing next July and that isn't a terrible thing.
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I would guess likely scenario, Flames are within a couple points either in or out of the playoffs at the time of the deadline. In a big group of teams.
IMO, they will move the players,