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Originally Posted by Heavy Jack
So far there has been a host of reasons this fell apart from a variety of sources both internal to CP and externally abroad from hockey insiders within media.
- Flames were unhappy with the media leak and the deal fell through in part to annoyance from that
- Flames ask is too much, Mercer is a no go
- Flames unwilling to retain on contract or aren’t happy with the offer for retaining
I think if there is this much smoke, it’s bound to get done, especially for the recent Brodeur sound bites of Marky recently. The reasons above are all valid for why this hasn’t gotten across the finish line, I also think Conroy is a savvy GM early on here looking to make a name for himself. He’s not going to take these decisions lightly and I’m applauding his firm hand so far, it will be very important to keep the ship steady as he navigates the retool and I think he’s creative enough to make it happen.
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I don't think the first reason is probable, because there were just as many leaks on the Flames' side(based on everything the insiders posted here).
I think it's a combination of 2 and 3, the Flames are willing to retain, but want something like a first for the retention alone.
I also think this gets done. If NJ doesn't want Markstrom, then I'm going to Ottawa first, then Colorado, Philadelphia, and Carolina.