So everyone but the kitchen sink is wondering what the Flames are going to do. They sent Frolik to Buffalo to clear cap. So the Flames are obviously shopping for a forward to add some scoring punch. All I know is that the Flames are looking to add a top-6 forward. Secondarily, maybe a number 5 or 6 dman. So what are people guessing? I will give you my insight on the top three names I have heard suggested.
1. Jean-Gabriel Pageau
A lot of people figure Pageau will be on the Flames watch list. Pageau makes a lot of sense because he is a sniper, which the Flames are in dire need of. I also feel the Flames are weak down the middle in the Centre position. Thirdly, Jean-Gabriel is versatile; he is also capable of playing wing.
The downside: Pageau would be a straight rental. The Flames would like to grab a player with cap left.
2. Tyler Toffoli
Toffoli is a big forward who would be a perfect fit for Monahan and Gaudreau. He is a sniper that can find space for others to pass to him. Tyler can distribute the puck very nicely. He has a rep for his smarts, and finally, he could be the right winger the Flames have been missing.
The downside: The major problem is that Toffoli is known as a selfish player. There is a worry about whether he will fit in with the Flames. Again, he would be a straight rental.
3. Chris Kreider
A gifted winger, Chris would fit in nicely. Chris has one thing above the other two players, and that is grit. The Flames really need grit. Kreider has the hands to get the ugly goals. He is not bad defensively and will add character to the Flames line-up.
The downside: Last year, the Flames tried to acquire Kreider and were told he was on their no-trade list. The Flames would have to convince him to waive his no-trade clause. Another rental player.
Randy
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