The only value in giving them identical contracts is to send a message that they are the core long term leaders on the team, and to ensure their commitment to Calgary for the majority of their careers. Otherwise the market will set their values.
I think Johnny is worth more now, but Monahan has more potential to improve. I'd be okay with similar contracts for this reason. Who knows how good Monahan will be after a bridge deal, and how much he'd command.
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