I don't think a 1st and Ritchie was specifically offered, but I am confident that Colorado wanted Kadri, I am confident that Conroy did not engage Colorado far enough in discussions where Ritchie was asked for, and I am fairly certain that had Conroy asked for Ritchie and a 1st, Colorado would have at least engaged and probably in the end agreed. We probably had to retain though, or take back a contract.
Kadri wants to stay in Calgary and Conroy respects that. He's also our #1C and helping us push for the playoffs.
Whether that's enough reason to not shop Kadri is up for debate.
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