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Originally Posted by iloveicedhockey
I would think that those suggesting trading do so because he has value but are unsure as to whether or not we can afford to keep him. I love having him, those elite two way guys are tough to find. Is $6m an unrealistic ask from his side if he repeats last season?
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When Backlund signs his next deal he will be almost approaching 30. 5M-6M over 5 years is what he will be looking for that will take him to retirement. If Backlund wants to stay with the Flames something along 4-4.5 over 3 years would be good. I just don't see him taking the discount.