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Originally Posted by Wolven
Pretty sure the guy is not questioning whether or not the Flames are rebuilding. He is just commenting that the act of rebuilding does not require a scorched-earth approach that demands we trade away every player that will not be productive to the team in 4 years.
Feaster saying "we are rebuilding" does not automatically imply "Cammalleri will be traded". There are scenarios where we try to extend Cammalleri and keep him on as a positive role model for our rookies to follow the example of and learn from.
Besides, it is not like we are in dire need to free up cap space.
The only reasons I see the Flames have for trading Cammalleri away is either if he asks to be traded or the Flames get a really good offer for his services. Otherwise I think it would be a great idea to extend him and give him the "C".
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Get what you are saying. I however don't believe that teams really try to go "scorched-earth" when rebuilding. I think its more thrust upon them when the quality veterans don't want to stick around, and the quality veterans on the UFA market don't want to go to a rebuild team.
I have no problem if they extend Cammi at a reasonable price, but i don't see it happening. Cammi as a UFA can sign just about anywhere at a reasonable price. Not sure what Calgary would have to offer if they are not paying over market value?
Also i highly doubt Cammi would be getting the "C" if he did stick around. From what Feaster has said in the past it sounds like the players want to see Gio with the "C".