The Calgary Flames are pushing hard for a rebuild under GM Craig Conroy, and now, a 2024 trade deadline acquisition could be next to be moved. The 2024 trade deadline was a successful one in Calgary for Craig Conroy, as the teams new General Manager managed to move Elias Lindholm, Noah Hanifin, Nikita Zadorov, Tyler Toffoli and Chris Tanev. While some deals disappointed, the Lindholm one didn't, as the Flames got several pieces in return alongside 28-year old Andrei Kuzmenko, who has been a star since arriving in the NHL in 2022/23. After 39 goals in his rookie campaign, he started slow in Vancouver, but quickly picked things up after the trade, netting 14 goals and 25 points in just 29 games with the Flames. While he undoubtedly has the talent to thrive at the NHL level, his future just doesn't match up with the organization, and now according to reports, he'll be a top name to watch ahead of the 2025 trade deadline. <q>While the Flames are patient with Kuzmenko, his long-term future in Calgary hinges on his ability to round out his game beyond scoring. If he becomes more than just a solid goal scorer, he could earn a long-term extension. However, if he doesn't, he may become a desirable trade deadline trade target before he hits free agency next summer. Parsons said.</q> <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/TheHockeyWriter/status/1823022072022356459'> </a></blockquote></div> With so many talented wingers like Connor Zary, Martin Pospisil, William Stromgren, Jakob Pelletier, Matt Coronato and more coming through, this move makes sense for the Flames, as they could get a haul of future assets for the 28-year old Russian winger. It's unclear at this point what his market is, but after two productive years and plenty of games left in his body, expect him to be one of the most coveted pieces at the NHL trade deadline. Source: Blade of Steel <a href='https://www.bladeofsteel.com/nhl-team/calgary-flames/flames-forward-could-reportedly-be-trade-chip-for-team-this-season' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Calgary Flames Andrei Kuzmenko could reportedly be trade chip for team this season</a>