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Originally Posted by Flash Walken
I think this is precisely what happened.
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I don't think there's a "payback". I don't think the Bruins had any other option once it became clear internally that Hamilton wasn't going to sign. I can't believe their weren't other teams in on this though.
Or, they knew the only option that was coming was Chirelli sending an offer sheet offer July 1 at 10:01 am for a similar return. So, trade him to that team's main rival.
And great to see the comments about him following the team this year and it's rise. Sure, its lip service at this point, but it just goes to show how last season, and making the playoff, raises the profile of the franchise. Am sure we'll hear those words from other players on July 1, who, sitting on the fence previous, saw the energy in this city come playoff time and decided this where they want to play.