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Originally Posted by Alberta_Beef
I think that is skewed because of a number of factors.
1. He was obviously worth more than that to Calgary.
2. Contenders were already tight against the cap.
3. Big fish like Vanek were still available so there was no leverage.
This years trade deadline was a complete anomaly.
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I agree with all points and would add that I believe Burke said Kessel from Vancouver being on the market was the biggest hangup .
I'm not sure if this years deadline was an anomaly or sign of things to come. Really sounds like GMs might rather get players with at least a years term rather than a complete rental. Granted with what LA got out of Gaborik as a rental it might go back to the way it was.