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Old 09-07-2016, 11:54 AM   #534
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A bridge deal might actually prove to be a very good decision in the long run.
You think? That could lead to an offersheet, arbitration or an AAV that is much, much higher than what he would sign right now on an 8 year deal. I don't think the Flames will be contenders for at least two years so I really don't see the upside to a bridge deal.

I want a 7/8 year deal, anything less and I will be disappointed. Gaudreau is only going to increase his value going forward so in the long run, a bridge might actually leave less money for Brodie, Bennett and Tkachuk... the very thing they presumably are trying to avoid by grinding this out right now.
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