Flames / Canucks Blockbuster

[cam]

The Flames and Canucks have come to an agreement that sees struggling star Jeff Carter seeking a fresh start in Vancouver. Here's how the deal breaks down:

J. Carter (5.27, 1 way)

for

M. Streit (4.1, 1 way)
1st Entry 2012 (DET)
1st UFA 2012 (TOR)
5th Entry 2012 (VAN)

Carter replaces Streit on the Canucks roster, who were previously carrying 7 defensemen.

Canucks new cap hit: 64.131

Seeking approval following Flames roster and cap update.

[botts]

Simon Despres (0.586, 2way) to minors to make room for Streit (4.1, 1 way).
Brayden Schenn (0.9M, 2way) called up to replace Carter(5.27, 1 way)
Schenn's first call up,

Flames cap hit: 67.36

[grasser]

Approved. Nice one.