The Flames, for the time being, are a top three NHL team. That puts a target on their backs. With a Pacific Division that is becoming more and more competitive thanks to some sudden winning habits (it’s not just us anymore!), how can the Flames get even better? Do they have to make a few trades? Can they? Will they rely on internal solutions? All this and more.
Does a Tkachuk deal get done before season end? I know he's going to get paid but just how paid do you figure he will be?
— Atchur "Boxcars" Service (@wmpdll) December 15, 2018
Brad Treliving has been bullish with his high profile RFAs (ex: Sean Monahan and Noah Hanifin were signed in August, Johnny Gaudreau on the eve of the season), so it’s likely he’s willing to drag this thing out to keep costs low, as that is a working strategy.