Quote:
Originally Posted by Enoch Root
To the first point - the Flames have flexibility with when they do the trade, but other teams are up against competitive bids. There is no reason to think that they'll pay more at the deadline than they will now. So as far as the math goes, there isn't much. (caveat being: if no one is interested right now, you can't force it. In that scenario, you have to wait)
To the 2nd point - unquantifiable, but definitely greater than zero. And the prize of success is more than worth it.
|
The dynamics that could impact trade value is, if enough teams are in a mode to go for it and pay to add a piece like him. And more teams could have available cap space as they approach the deadline.