A year ago, the Calgary Flames were firmly in the playoff mix and opted for a quiet approach to the trade deadline. Flash forward 12 months to 2026, and the Flames are, well, not in the playoff mix, which makes some more significant moves a bit more of a possibility ahead of the 2026 trade deadline.
Ryan delves into what could happen, who might move, and the various complexities involved along the way.
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