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Originally Posted by Geeoff
So, you don't think there's value in getting a player that isn't working out off of the roster? If Brouwer is playing for the Flames this fall, it will make the team worse. Is it worth a year of not playing the best possible roster just to get cap space in 2020-2021?
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I think he's still the best 4th line right winger the Flames have. He and Hathaway bring a physical presence that is lacking. I just don't see the need to incur the extra buy out penalty only to have Hathaway or Lazar take Brouwer's place in the line up.
Sure Foo and Mangiapane could be ready, but they don't bring the physical element that Brouwer and Hathaway bring, which is something the Flames need. I think they have enough skill in the line up with the recent additions. It's all about balance. Plus, there will be injuries as well and that is when Mangiapane and Foo get called up and play in scoring roles, not grinder roles.
I don't think Brouwer on the 4th line makes the team worse. Brouwer on the top line or on the PP makes the team worse but that shouldn't be an issue anymore.