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Originally Posted by devo22
I still think the NJ deal that diss mentioned just makes sense.
Markstrom (50%)
Rooney
for
Mercer
Casey
Vanecek
1st
Might need a tweak here or there, but I think it just makes sense for both teams. Flames add some great pieces for the future and are well compensated for retaining, while the Devils get a top goalie on a cheap contract.
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Based on everything I've read here the last few weeks, this is my best guess for the offers:
NJ offered Holtz + 1st for Markstrom retained. NJ probably asked for 50% retention, and maybe they were willing to kick in a 3rd round pick
CGY countered with Mercer + 1st + Casey for Markstrom retained. Calgary probably countered with 25% retention. They definitely want Mercer, and Casey is their price for retention. NJ probably balked at this asking price.
If the deal is to be done today, I think what would bridge the gap would be something like: Holtz + 1st + Hemeenaho + 4th for Markstrom retained 30%.
Holtz + 1st is the price for Markstrom. Hemeenaho + 4th the price for retention.
I think that's a win-win offer for everyone involved and I'd be very happy with that return as a Flames fan. Mercer + Casey + Vanacek + 1st feels like a bit of a Flames fan's dream.
This is pure speculation on my part.