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Vinny01 · 09-19-2016, 08:22 AM

I am concerned the deal will be identical to Gio's or slightly less $6.5M which is a fail by the organization.

I really hope the Flames buy at the very least 2 UFA years but will be disappointed if the deal is under 7 years. As mentioned before I would rather they buy all 3 UFA years even if they have to pay $8M because I don't see Johnny signing another long term deal here and if he does it will cost north of $10M and really mess the cap up. I prefer we sign him for 8 and either trade him or let him walk after that deal than go 6 years at Gio money and then go 8 years at Kane money

09-19-2016, 08:22 AM	#1884
Vinny01 Franchise Player Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: CGY Exp:	I am concerned the deal will be identical to Gio's or slightly less $6.5M which is a fail by the organization. I really hope the Flames buy at the very least 2 UFA years but will be disappointed if the deal is under 7 years. As mentioned before I would rather they buy all 3 UFA years even if they have to pay $8M because I don't see Johnny signing another long term deal here and if he does it will cost north of $10M and really mess the cap up. I prefer we sign him for 8 and either trade him or let him walk after that deal than go 6 years at Gio money and then go 8 years at Kane money