It's an interesting time to be a blueliner in the Calgary Flames organization.
As expected, it doesn't sound like veteran Ladislav Smid will be cleared for the beginning of the season - as he's reportedly to miss all of the pre-season games. And as of a couple of days ago, T.J. Brodie had a broken bone in his right hand. So the Flames, who looked to be beginning the season with seven veteran defenders, might have as many as two jobs open for applications during training camp.
Let's take a look at the contenders for the open spots.