The deal would see the Flames send Rasmus Andersson to the Jets in exchange for Rutger McGroarty.
McGroarty has asked the Jets' organization for a trade because he doesn't see a direct path to the NHL. The Flames, who are going through a rebuild, could have a direct path to the NHL for the former NCAA star.
It would be worth it for the Jets to look at this avenue because it would finally give Morrissey a reliable defence partner. This could give them a good top-four on the back end and potentially get them over the hump in the playoffs.
If they part ways with McGroarty, the Jets would want to get someone who would have an instant impact on their roster. Andersson would spark the team's blue line and help them find the results that they want on an organizational scale.
As for the Flames, this could be a no-brainer. Yes, they have to part ways with the future captain of the team, Andersson. But they would be getting a top NHL prospect in McGroarty who could be a part of their core for the next decade.
Credit: Jets Latest.comBig trade in the works between Jets and Flames
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