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Originally Posted by wretched34
Taking on Gio and Glencross would likely be to rich for their need, they are trying to stay away from the $6M + area.
If the Flames are able to come to a 5 year extension, i think acquiring Letang would be amazing, that'll give the Flames 2 good years with him, in his prime, and the time to build a great young core, and sign a suitable D partner for him. if the extension is there, it could be a huge peice to the re-build.
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The difference is that Pitts gets two capable roster players. A capable top 6 winger and a top 4 defenceman signed for 6.55 mil total is a huge bargain. I think Pitts is basically saying they cannot afford to pay one guy 6+ mil. Instead, I'm guessing, they are looking to fill out their roster with quality players in the 3 mil range. This deal gives them two of those. I'm guessing they'll want a 1st round pick back from us too.