Following a not-so-busy trade deadline day, Flames General Manager Brad Treliving spoke at his obligatory press conference, confirming the deal for Kris Russell: Jyrki Jokipakka, Brett Pollock, and a conditional second round pick that will turn into a first if the Stars make the conference finals.
He had a lot of praise for the former Flames blueliner, and of course, hopes he brings Dallas to at least two playoff victories. But as he stressed in his presser: the Flames are still rebuilding. This is still about the future.
So thanks for everything, Kris; but now it's time to focus on Jokipakka, Pollock, and picks and prospects.