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Vinny01 · 03-04-2013, 11:50 AM

I waited a couple days to answer the poll and today decided NO.

For one I think the lack of clarity around the language in the MOU coupled with a likely plea from the PA to let RoR play for the team he signed with would have resulted in the Flames getting the player had the offer not been matched. The fact the Avs, the agent, and many teams did not know this makes me think the Flames have a case. The lagnuage would be clear moving forward.

Secondly I really warmed up to the offer sheet idea. I think O'Rielly would have been a near perfect realistic add for the Flames. He would have come in at 22 and within 1-3 years he would be getting the C from Iggy. He fills a massive organizational need and even if he didn't develop into an elite first line C he would have been a leader, warrior, consistent 200 ft player. The Flames likely would have worked out a 5-8 year extension this summer and avoid the $6.5M qualifying offer.

I know Jay has little to work with but he has 2x tried to address the center ice position. He has very little in terms of assets to work with and in both cases took an honest try. Having said that he took 2 long shot chances that didn't work out so he shouldn't get that much credit. I don't think he should be fired over this move however.

03-04-2013, 11:50 AM	#1693
Vinny01 Franchise Player Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: CGY Exp:	I waited a couple days to answer the poll and today decided NO. For one I think the lack of clarity around the language in the MOU coupled with a likely plea from the PA to let RoR play for the team he signed with would have resulted in the Flames getting the player had the offer not been matched. The fact the Avs, the agent, and many teams did not know this makes me think the Flames have a case. The lagnuage would be clear moving forward. Secondly I really warmed up to the offer sheet idea. I think O'Rielly would have been a near perfect realistic add for the Flames. He would have come in at 22 and within 1-3 years he would be getting the C from Iggy. He fills a massive organizational need and even if he didn't develop into an elite first line C he would have been a leader, warrior, consistent 200 ft player. The Flames likely would have worked out a 5-8 year extension this summer and avoid the $6.5M qualifying offer. I know Jay has little to work with but he has 2x tried to address the center ice position. He has very little in terms of assets to work with and in both cases took an honest try. Having said that he took 2 long shot chances that didn't work out so he shouldn't get that much credit. I don't think he should be fired over this move however.