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Originally Posted by Resolute 14
MacInnis actually signed an RFA deal with the Blues, then the two sides negotiated the trade to cover the compensation. But yes, he was a free agent, while Nieuwendyk and Gilmour reneged on valid contracts. 20 years on, I bear no animosity toward Nieuwendyk, but I also don't think honouring him is all that important. He is the type of player that the "Forever a Flame" thing is aimed at though. They can give him an honour without sullying the retired numbers.
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I agree re. Nieuwendyk.
My point with MacInnis was that the Flames had the option of matching the Blues offer. It would have made MacInnis the highest paid Flame in team history, but within the term of the contract would have been seen to have been a bargain.