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Originally Posted by blankall
It's really hard to get a gauge of what's actually going on from the outside.
I know that we've seen some totally unexpected young d-men take big steps forward this year. Is Andersson providing mentorship? Do the Flames just have a set up that leads to good mentorship and success for you d-men?
My concern with trading Andersson is upsetting the chemistry on the back end that is leading to development of the d-men. A late 1st for Andersson vs. seeing former 2nd-4th round picks develop into top 4 d-men.
If Andersson is indeed a key part of the mentorship, then you keep him. Whatever you're getting back likely doesn't outweigh losing the benefits of the current development system.
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Absolutely agreed.
And the other thing is...Conroy holds all the cards.
Calgary typically spends to the Cap and we are nowhere even in the stratosphere of the Cap at the moment. We could make Andersson the highest paid defenceman in the League if we wanted to.
We shouldnt, obviously, I'm just saying that the money and the Cap is there. No problem.
I'd have no problems whatsoever signing him to 8-year max term, in regards to money I have no idea, thats not my purview. The only thing I'd be very careful, if not hesitant about, is trade control.
If, in a few years, things aren't panning out then retain some salary and send him to the highest bidder.
But in the meantime? He's doing a good job. And when your guys are doing a good job...dont interrupt them.