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Originally Posted by Jay Random
Kadri has a complete NMC and has made it clear he doesn't want to be traded. He doesn't care what you would like, it's not going to happen.
Backlund might be traded after January 1, when his NMC converts to a limited NTC with a 15-team list. At that point it depends what kind of offers they get. They might just keep him and let him retire as a career Flame.
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I’d say Backlund only gets traded if he wants to be moved or there is a first being offered, which is highly unlikely. If he doesn’t see a path to a cup next year and wants a chance to chase one, he should be moved to the team of his choice who is willing to take him. To me it wouldn’t matter if a 7th rounder was the return, he’s been a staple and deserves such treatment. If he doesn’t care about that chance I wouldn’t consider approaching him about a deal for less than a 1st, and I just don’t see that being a reality.
I’m with the crowd that is more future than present oriented at this point, but the commitment and character of Backlund makes him more than just a component or cog at this point.