Analyzing three tiers of forward trade targets for the Flames

Less than a week from the trade deadline, many believe the Flames are in need of at least one more forward to be as well-positioned as possible for a long playoff run. Count me amongst those in that camp.

This is Calgary’s best chance in years to make meaningful noise in the playoffs, and they likely won’t be in a better spot again for some time. Even with the spectacular season Elias Lindholm is having, I believe centre ice is currently the softest spot on the roster. As of now, Sean Monahan, Adam Ruzicka, Brad Richardson, and sometimes Dillon Dube are the available options for this team’s third and fourth centre spot. I think there’s room to upgrade.

So what options are out there? And what…