With Buffalo struggling (again), and the temperature rising for their GM's job security...I wonder if there is a way to pry one of their young centres out of their hands (I am guessing Cozens is available, alternately some prospects like Kulick or Ostlund).
Cozens has all the tools, but had a poor season last year and hasn't registered a point this year. He carries a $7M hit and another bad season would make him a negative asset. Calgary is closer to home for him and may be able to surround him in the right culture to properly develop. He is only 23.
Kulich and Ostlund both are potential 2nd line centres. I suspect Buffalo wants to keep them due to their cap hits, but they would immediately stabilize our centre depth.
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Buffalo does not need D, so I don't think Rasmus is a realistic option unless a D is coming back.
They do need a culture change up front...proven performers and glue guys who bring it every game.
Ideas:
-Coleman + (Coronato/Honzek) for Cozens?
-Coleman & 2025 3rd for Ostlund/Kulich?
-Kadri (I doubt he would waive) & 2025 2nd for Cozens?
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