During warmups of last night's contest against the San Jose Sharks, Jacob Markstrom caught the attention of fans. He did so by giving out pucks to a significant number of fans throughout warmups.
According to TSN reporter Salim Nadim Valji, this was the first time Markstrom had done something like this in his career. Valji compared this scene to last season when former General Manager Brad Treliving watched the last team practice from the bench.
While this does not confirm a move is coming it does turn up the speculation that something is in the works. If something is going to happen it will need to be approved by Markstrom himself before a trade can be made.
As the speculation has mounted in Calgary for Jacob Markstrom he was asked about the situation. He first said that he does not have control in the situation and it is up to Calgary what happens.
He continues and confirms he has no plans to ask for a trade from the team and enjoys playing for the Flames.
Markstrom remains focused on playing as best he can for the Flames. He admits that the conversation will have to change if the Flames come to him and ask him about waiving his no-trade clause.
With all of the speculation continuing to build it will be interesting to see if the Flames do end up moving on from Markstrom. With the Elias Lindholm trade the Flames clearly are comfortable selling off players to restart.
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