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Originally Posted by Freeway
If the teams think Iginla's an ace, while he's actually a Jack, it can make a difference. It's not a perfect metaphor, but it covers why there's so much spin and double-talk around this time of year.
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It's a terrible metaphor. The Flames hiding their intentions to the last minute can only hurt them. The longer they keep the lines of communication open the more chance they can convince other teams to be interested in what they're selling and the more chance they have to get a few more looks at the other team's prospects. Even if you wait until the deadline to make your moves, the longer you make your intentions known only helps you in the end.