Matthew Tkachuk, Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar were the big names in a trade between the Flames and the Panthers. But ex-Panthers scout Jason Bukala says Flames fans shouldn't forget about another player the team acquired -- Cole Schwindt.
During my time with the Panthers organization, we selected Weegar form Halifax in the QMJHL, 206on their roster that year and he went first overall to Colorado. The Panthers were also in on the draft lottery that year, so we had several eyes on MacKinnon throughout the season. Weegar, to his credit, jumped out to us as well. Paul Gallagher was the QMJHL scout for the Panthers at that time and provided us with the background information required to take a chance on a player like Weegar.
What impressed me most, however, was his attention to detail. Schwindt is a rangy, right-shot centre who can also play the wing. His ability to win draws in all three zones is an element teams look for in players and coaches love to lean on and trust. In time, the Flames will value him as well for his pedigree in the face-off circle. There isn’t an ounce of cheat in Schwindt’s game. He tracks back the full length of the ice. He never cuts corners.
I also have no doubt that Flames director of scouting Todd Button is smiling from ear to ear with the acquisition of Schwindt . Not to mention that he and his staff also get an extra chance to swing for the fences with the 2025 first-round pick they also inherited in the trade.All NHL players are paid in US dollars Some players from the USA would prefer to play in their home country. Conversely, some Canadian players take pride in playing in Canadian markets.
A player being paid the same but playing in Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal will end with approximately $4.5 million after taxes. A player looking to sign long-term in Calgary is looking at just shy of $5 million annually after taxes.
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