2. How much offense will Jonathan Huberdeau provide?
Huberdeau is coming off his best season with the Flames, but it was still far from the production he had in his final season with the Florida Panthers in 2021-22. The 32-year-old forward had 62 points (28 goals, 34 assists) in 81 games last season, finishing second in team scoring to Nazem Kadri, who had 67 points (35 goals, 32 assists) in 82 games.
Huberdeau was acquired as part of the trade that sent Matthew Tkachuk to the Panthers on July 22, 2022. He had 115 points (30 goals, 85 assists) in 80 games in his final season with Florida. If Huberdeau can increase his production, it will go a long way in helping the Flames challenge for a playoff berth. He is entering the fourth season of an eight-year, $84 million contract ($10.5 million average annual value) signed with Calgary on Aug. 4, 2022.