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Old 06-30-2014, 03:09 PM   #159
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Originally Posted by Cali Flames Fan View Post
Cripes…Byron EARNED a chance at a full time spot. I didn't see many play with the same heart and intensity he did out there. He has a lot of qualities that are positive for any NHL team…he won't be on the market long if the Flames don't manage to re-sign him. Even if he is more likely a 'tweener, which I believe he is long term, he's a VALUABLE 'tweener.

I really can't wrap my head around this decision. At least qualify him and TRADE him if you don't see him in your plans long term. He has some value.
Aribitration rights. If Byron gets overpaid, they can't walk away. Perhaps they think there isn't a lot of interest out there, and thus they can re-sign him without the risk of arbitration.
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