Let's not forget Iginla was always paid top dollar, and it's debatable whether he ever truly took a hometown discount. Iginla himself also held out, but was able to come to terms before the season began (he might have missed part of training camp, not completely sure on that).
While Nieuwendyk holding out like he did is not forgivable, had he been with the Flames once the dollar was near par he would likely have been compensated to the amount he thought he was worth (or near that at least). It's unfortunate it played out that way, but you have to think Nieuwendyk would have gladly stayed had the Flames met his contract demands. As a former manager I am sure Nieuwendyk realizes he could have handled things differently himself, but I really hope at this point most people are over it.
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