Monday Mailbag: Looking at defensive options and goalie options for the Flames

FlamesNation evaluated the Calgary Flames' goaltending and defensive depth as the team reached the quarter mark of the season. Following an injury to defenseman Kevin Bahl, the outlet argues the team should avoid spending major assets on an outside replacement. Left-shot defensive prospect Carson Carels is expected to turn pro at the end of the regular season, making a long-term acquisition unnecessary.

In goal, the mailbag notes that Devin Cooley currently boasts better numbers and swagger than Dustin Wolf. The author suggests Cooley's current $1.35 million cap hit could double or triple upon free agency, advising Calgary to remain patient while young Wranglers prospects Arsenii Sergeev and Kirill Zarubin develop.