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Originally Posted by Calgary4LIfe
I am sure the Flames aren't shopping him, but all it takes is a really good offer to make Conroy consider it. There are zero untouchable pieces on the Flames. I really like Andersson, and it seems that I am in the minority when I say he is the Flames best option on the point for PPs (though I agree this needs to be improved upon, he is currently the best option).
I don't want him moved, but I agree with Bingo in that he is likely to be moved in the next couple of years. If there is a really good offer right now, take it and run.
The biggest single thing that the Flames have to accomplish during this rebuild is fix what ails them - a lack of TOP END TALENT. The Flames need that top talent to play on the first lines and first defence pairings. If they come out of this retool with 8 second line players and more depth, then they are no better off than they are right now.
I really like Rasmus, but he is a #2 defencemen at best, and probably a #3. Hanifin and Weegar too, and Tanev is probably a #4 now with what seems to be a slight decline.
At the end of the day, there is nobody on the roster that untouchable. Doesn't mean the Flames are actively trying to trade everyone - nor should they be - but there are no untouchables on this roster, and if a great offer is given, a great offer should be taken.
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Thats really the crux of it.
I like a lot of these players and some are good pieces and you have to keep some guys around to fill out the roster and maintain a competitive atmosphere.
But if someone comes by and blows your socks off with an offer? Take it and run.
Like you said, there are guys you're not trying to ship out, but if someone offers you a King's ransom for a player? Give 'er.
Thats bargaining from a position of strength. If someone wants a player that you dont want to give up then they have to make it really worth your while. If not then you're more than happy to keep that player.