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Originally Posted by Ashasx
anything stand out?
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Really relies on the scouts (which is awesome), the Russian factor is completely coincidental, liked all the UFAs and wanted them to stay but if they don't want to be here they're out (as we have seen) / wants players who want to be here, thinks Pachal is terrific, says he's love to get multiple first round picks (like anyone would) for his top UFAs but that's just not the market these days, the Vegas deal was legit the best offer out there, Connie likes Miromanov / understands he is coming off a big injury so temper expectations / Flames video coach was adamant about getting him from his research on him in the AHL, Pettersen trade was made because we need a center now not a winger, thinks Rooney is doing a great job right now, Pelletier and Coronato eligible for AHL playoffs, etc.
...really, really good insight and discussion on behind the scenes. It's Connie, the dude loves to talk!