As a Flames fan, that is really interesting. It gives us the right-handed second-line centre that we need, and because Hamonic is a UFA, the price is not extraordinary.

Only thing is I'm not sure what (Calgary's) management's mindset is right now. I'm not sure if they want to load up for a run this year, if they want to sell off and try again next year, or do a combination of both. Obviously whatever this mindset is could affect their decision to trade Hamonic. I think this is a good suggestion though!

with 4 years term Johnsons a long term move
Hamonic can be replaced for a reasonable cost just acquire a guy like Gostishbhere who has 4 years term at a reasonable price . (i dont see any higher then a 1st and a top prospect or player under 25 from the roster with value like a Bennet for example would fit their system )Ghost plays both RD and LD giving CGY options and ownership to 2/5 NHL D capable of playing both sides in a top 4 capacity productively.

Johnson would be a good fit for you guys and he's a playoff performer who before Point was a roster member was top 3 TBL scoring in the post season between Kucherov and Stamkos .

Obviously I love the trade .. one thing also to keep in mind is Tyler Johnson's NTC clause expires after next year.. goes to modified NTC where he can be traded to 22 teams not to mention it expanaison year and ANY NTC clause is nullified and void .. only NMC stay.. Johnson fits much better with a Western Conference team like Flames .. and if he bombs.. only really on hook fir 1 year .. a win win to me