Biz and the panel on TNT were really harping on the Devils goaltending for good reason saying how they're constantly chasing in games because they allow a couple goals against almost consistently. Markstrom's name has come up in the discussion too.
I was thinking about the Devils situation, and do wonder if I'd want to acquire Markstrom right now if I were Fitz. There's still a chance to make the playoffs but the odds are against them. If it were the Flames in that scenario, I'd rather they not give up the crazy assets being discussed. Markstrom is great, but the remaining runway in the season means not only do the Devils have to turn their game around almost 180 degrees, but the teams they're chasing also have to help the Devils out. That's almost always a recipe for disaster. I'd keep the assets right now, address the goaltending in the summer.
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