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Originally Posted by TrentCrimmIndependent
If the BJs see it as a solution the Flames could get them to overpay with youth.
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The skeleton of a deal is just too obvious
1st+Sililnger+cap off-set (Roslovic?)
I've never thought the Kent Johnson version was realistic, but there are some interesting dynamics in play:
- They have a very expensive long deal to Johnny and need to get him going. Elias has some of the most established chemistry in the league with him (though I wonder if Tkachuk was the real key there, but let's let that be their problems)
- Team needs to turn the corner here
- GM under pressure. Has been in the job a long time. Time is running out
- Johnson seems to be a little out of favor
I think it's not likely, but perhaps those factors create the right pinch point where you could get Johnson + cap offset for Elias.