During a recent Calgary Flames home game, goaltender Jacob Markstrom caught the attention of fans and media alike with an unusual gesture. Markstrom spent several minutes at the end of warmups giving away pucks to fans on both sides of the rink which is not in his usual routine.
This unexpected display was interpreted by many as a heartfelt thank you to the fans for their support over the years. It also fueled speculation that Markstrom could be saying goodbye, as he has been linked to numerous trade destinations in recent months. This sentiment was reinforced by a recent report suggesting that Markstrom's departure from Calgary is imminent.
According to insider Eric Francis, a trusted source on Flames Talk, it's highly unlikely that Markstrom will remain with the Flames beyond the trade deadline. In fact, Francis predicts that a deal involving Markstrom could be finalized within the week.
With Markstrom's recent actions and the mounting rumors, it appears that a blockbuster trade involving the All-Star goalie is on the horizon.
Stay tuned for more updates.
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18 FEVRIER | 238 ANSWERS REPORT: Blockbuster Trade Set To Be Completed Within The Week According To Insider Where do you think Markstrom will go? | ||
New Jersey | 89 | 37.4 % |
Edmonton | 50 | 21 % |
Toronto | 53 | 22.3 % |
Other | 46 | 19.3 % |
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