The Calgary Flames have a few needs heading into the trade deadline
TSN: Salim Valji on the Calgary Flames needs heading into the trade deadline.
** NHLRumors.com transcription
“A few weeks ahead of the NHL trade deadline, and the Calgary Flames are firmly in the combo for a playoff spot, very similar to all of us had anticipated heading into this season.
The Flames made arguably their big move just a few weeks ago after they acquired Morgan Frost and Joel Farabee from the Philadelphia Flyers, those that have dramatically modified a forward group that’s had trouble scoring goals.
And despite Calgary’s success, there are other weaknesses on the roster, particularly within the face-off circle. Certainly one of their big needs is a right-handed centerman that may win them draws.
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And a longer-term need can be someone who can play long alongside MacKenzie Weegar for the long haul.
General Manager Craig Connery has been steadfast in saying that despite the success of this season, he will not be going to deviate from the long-term plan. The brand new arena opens on this 2027-28 campaign, and that’s how the Calgary Flames are constructing their roster. In the event that they can nibble around the sides or acquire someone that might help them out. This season, they’ll do this, but not if the price is simply too high.”
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