Tyson Barrie almost a lock for PTO with Calgary Flames

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Finnegan Frost
September 4, 2024 (6:55 PM)

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Former Edmonton Oilers defenceman Tyson Barrie is rumoured to be on the cusp of signing a PTO with the Calgary Flames ahead training camp.

There was no way Tyson Barrie was returning to the Nashville Predators after last season. He wasn't a good fit and even though the right side of the Predators is much weaker, there isn't room for him. That being said, the veteran has gone unsigned to this point, but is close to a PTO (professional tryout) with the Calgary Flames.

Barrie, 33, is looking for a major bounce back season after struggling with the Nashville Predators last season. In 41 regular season games last season, Barrie tallied a mere goal and 14 assists, combining for 15 total points and was a -10 rating on the ice.

Despite not being a good fit in Nashville, perhaps a second stint in the Canadian prairies will be enough to kick-start Barries career. Although he needs to clean up his game defensively, he's still a big shot blue-liner capable of joining the rush offensively.

In the right role, Barrie can still be effective in the NHL. He wasn't bad later in the season when he got in some games for the Predators. This season, the Flames have a need, and that need might grow a ton depending on how trade talks play out. Even if Barrie is signed to a PTO by the Flames as rumored, he can still sign a contract with another team. The Flames seem like a great spot for him to land this season.

source: The Hockey News
Flames Nearing PTO With Former Nashville Predator Tyson Barrie: Could Play Big Role