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Originally Posted by fotze
I don't think people are thinking that it is likely he won't sign, I was curious at the varying degrees of apprehension people are feeling. Poll should have been from 0 to 100% with increments of 10% to gauge where the prevailing though it at. Would have figured most are above 50%.
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Yeah, I agree.
About 3 weeks ago, I was like 95% sure. Now I am like 75% sure he will sign. I am not as confident as I was, but I am still fairly confident.
Everything that Gaudreau has said indicates that he wants to play for Calgary. His parents are just emphasizing that it is still a big decision.
Like his dad said, from a hockey career position, it is in his best interests to sign now than wait. He was just a little concerned that Burke isn't as big on him as Feaster was. Now that it's out there, I expect Burke will sort it out with the Gaudreau's.
I would also be OK if the Flames did make some assurances to them, like that they would guarantee at least 20 NHL games to him next season, or something like that. I know people don't like making those types of promises, but I think under certain circumstances, it is fine.