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Originally Posted by Royle9
Small update, Flames have checked in on the cost of Jiricek, price too high.
Feeling still like Calgary and Buffalo may dance here, nothing imminent but teams have had more than a few calls in the last few weeks.
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Deals can take months, or longer, to realize. I agree with what Sec had to say just a few posts ago. The window for an Andersson deal could very well be open but it’s going to have to be a ‘blow your socks off’ type offer.
Personally, I think it’s more likely that Andersson finishes the year out with the Flames. A) I’m not convinced the Flames want to move him at all until they get word from Andersson himself that he want to play elsewhere. If that happens, you move him as soon as you get your ask or someone steps up with more. B) if you have time, use it. Let Andersson’s strong play and hopeful strong appearance at four nations play itself out. There’s no hurry on the Flames end.
That said, what is a ‘blow your socks off’ offer? I’m not sure Buffalo is prepared to part with Couzens. If he leaves, they have a pretty big hole at C to fill, especially if they’re intent to go compete for a playoff spot this year, which one would have to think is an absolute must. That could be a horrendous trade for them now and in the future. As the Flames and a handful of others teams would tell you, finding a young C is very difficult. Especially via trade. Danielson from the Red Wings? Pinto? These names have been bandied about for a while now but longer it goes without any insider of note even making mention these guys are available, the less likely they are available , I’d say.