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The Trade Freeze is upon us, but the rumor freeze doesn't follow. You can't trade a player, of course, but you sure as heck can work on contingencies.
On Nazem Kadri...
This Calgary rumor has serious legs folks. I talked to several people today who are hearing that Calgary is very interested in Kadri and believe he could be vital towards the Battle of Alberta in the future. Kadri's value has never been higher than it is to the Flames.
On Marc-Andre Fleury...
Interesting tidbit today: the Arizona Coyotes are the latest team to come into the fray for Fleury, and in my opinion the first real team considering the veteran Fleury.
On James van Riemsdyk...
Keep an eye on the Nashville Predators with this one. JVR is someone Preds general manager David Poile and head coach Peter Laviolette is very familiar with and the Preds have the depth to make a deal like this. More skilled players upfront is a big need for the Preds.
On Francois Beauchemin...
Montreal has Beauchemin on their radar. The Sharks and Blue Jackets are also keeping tabs..
We will discuss all this and more on today's HockeyBuzzCast at 1pm ET
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