[Sofa GM]

Originally Posted by AustinL_NHL

I think I saw another person say it, but I think the most logical play this offseason for Conroy is to trade Andersson and sign Aaron Ekblad to a 2-4 year deal.

You'll certainly have to overpay for that type of term for Ekblad I'm sure, but it's something the Flames could easily afford for the duration of the contract.

He brings additional Cup pedigree, as well as the experience of carrying all the weight and living up to all the expectations that came with being an OHL Exceptional Status + NHL #1 Overall pick, so he'd be an absolutely perfect guide for Parekh.

Of course, he also has great relationships with Weegar, Huberdeau and Lomberg, and I could see any combo of Weegar-Parekh, Parekh-Ekblad, Weegar-Ekblad being absolutely dominant.

Ekblad is going to get a 7 yr deal from someone, 100%.