The Calgary Flames’ defence is likely getting a major overhaul for next season. They have just four defencemen signed for 2017-18: Mark Giordano, Dougie Hamilton, T.J. Brodie, and Matt Bartkowski. That’s a solid top three, plus a guy who fits a role as a seventh defenceman.
That leaves probably three spots open, barring the team considering bringing back Deryk Engelland and/or Michael Stone. Ideally, you hope one of those spots is open for a prospect, but that still leaves room for free agent possibilities.
What about a free agent who isn’t in the NHL, though?
How about 26-year-old, 6’3, 198 lb.