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Originally Posted by heep223
Glencross isn't a Norris caliber defenseman. Do you really think that this team is going to let Gio walk into UFA? Not going to happen.
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No, Glencross isn't a Norris caliber defensman. But he is a player who most people said should not be given a big contract because he is in his 30's and injury prone.
Glencross has played 216 games in the last 4 years plus playoffs. Gio has played 233, no playoffs.
And what exactly is a Norris caliber defenceman? Someone who has won a Norris? Someone who has been a Norris nominee? Someone who has never been close to actually winning a Norris, but has received a few 4th and 5th place votes? Someone who could potentially win a Norris? I guess Giordano qualifies for the last 2 criteria.
Look at the list of the top 20 paid players. They have Stanley cup rings. Individual hardware. Olympic medals. Multiple All Star selections. Sure, there are a couple of names that really don't belong but for the most part, if you want to get on that list you need some hardware and ring. Giordano just doesn't have the resume.
The more I think about it, and read this thread, the more I think Erick Estrada is right. Giordano is an awesome player. Team MVP. But he is not irreplaceable. If the Flames can't get a deal done that makes sense, the best move is to let him go. I'd say that a deal that makes sense is a 5 year deal with an AAV that starts with the number 6.