Yeah I remember when Gio was in Russia I got offered him for super cheap since the GM knew I loved Flames and thought it was insulting so I rejected it. Then later ended up paying up to get him.
This past summer I was a tough position. The CPHL only allows so many 8-10 million dollar roster players and I already have Price, DD, Toews who were the core that I chose to build around. I think I took Ekblad with the pick and fortunately can afford to wait for him to develop. You need stars on ELC deals to win in this league and hopefully he will end up being one. Definitely a trade that worked out for both teams. Gio continues to impress and improve and looks like he will have even better ratings for the duration of the contract!
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