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Originally Posted by dustygoon
Seems depth players like Zadorov and Beauvilier aren't worth much in trade value nor in play value.
In the future, if Conroy can restrain himself and construct a roster where we use younger/cheaper versions for depth, you either come into the year with cap flexibility or room to pay a top player. The blueline looked great last night without Z.
Paying 3rd pairing guys close to $4mm isn't necessary.
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I think Zadorov is considered more than depth. The value the Flames received is largely due to not wanting to take any money back. Fair to assume other teams were willing to part with a 2nd round pick or good prospect for him if the Flames took a contract back.