So far the Flames have tried out new/newish blood under 25 years of age up front in Zary, Pospisil, Coronato, Schwindt and Klapka (with Pelletier almost a lock for a spot as well). Not to mention 25 year old Sharangovich. That's 7 forward spots on a team that has Huberdeau, Backlund, Kadri, Coleman and Mangiapane on longer contracts. They all look like they can play, including Coronato. Ruzicka and Duehr, having significant games in 3 and 2 seasons respectively, are, I think being given a last chance to show their stuff. Their salaries can be replaced by some D who could fill in better that Oesterle or DeSimone. There have to be some out there.
I'm actually surprised that Duehr has been in 19 games. Not noticeable at all especially after last season's success.
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