If they trade for him, it has to be a sign and trade, as the Canucks, imo, do not have the assets to aquire him and then see him walk at the end of the season.
Never mind- research(Cap Friendly) shows him as an RFA, not UFA
If it is a concussion, and it is agreed that Ferland should not play anymore; the league and NHLPA could/should allow the man to be completely off the cap.
I know he could stay on long term, however a completely off the books Ferland would be better for the team, methinks.
I'm interested a bit?
Warhippy says he is a quality guy, so I can't say maybe this is like a Kassian move; and the guy just needs a change to remind him his career is in jeopardy.
And yet given a choice between a young guy who may put it all together or a player such as Schaller or Fantenberg I'm tempted.
I'd be talking to my pro scouts and thinking about it.