The Flames are in the midst of a blueline overhaul and are short on cap space. For both reasons, it’s not uncommon to hear Noah Hanifin’s name tossed around in trade speculation these days. The way I see it, though, Hanifin enters next season in an important position on the depth chart. I’d go as far to say that, with the way things look right now, Hanifin’s role has never been more crucial entering his third season in Calgary.
Uncertain depth chart
Hanifin enters next season as one of just two left shot defencemen with significant NHL tenure.