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Redliner · 08-22-2017, 02:38 PM

I love Jagr. I would love to see him on the Flames. But at this stage of his career you really have to be careful with what you're willing to pay for his services. Shelling out almost 4 million bucks to a guy who will be 46 by the end of the season is a BIG gamble, and not a worthwhile one in my opinion. If you can get him for somewhere in the neighborhood of $2 - 2.5M per year, then sure, bring him in - It's Jagr time. At $3.7M though, it's not worth the risk. Legend or not, at some point time is going to catch up with the guy.

I'm of the same school of thought when it comes to Iggy, only in his case I'd put the cap at $1.5M.

Both of these guys would be awesome to have on the team, but only if they come at a bargain.

08-22-2017, 02:38 PM	#141
Redliner Franchise Player Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Conquering the world one 7-11 at a time Exp:	I love Jagr. I would love to see him on the Flames. But at this stage of his career you really have to be careful with what you're willing to pay for his services. Shelling out almost 4 million bucks to a guy who will be 46 by the end of the season is a BIG gamble, and not a worthwhile one in my opinion. If you can get him for somewhere in the neighborhood of $2 - 2.5M per year, then sure, bring him in - It's Jagr time. At $3.7M though, it's not worth the risk. Legend or not, at some point time is going to catch up with the guy. I'm of the same school of thought when it comes to Iggy, only in his case I'd put the cap at $1.5M. Both of these guys would be awesome to have on the team, but only if they come at a bargain. __________________ "There will be a short outage tonight sometime between 11:00PM and 1:00AM as network upgrades are performed. Please do not panic and overthrow society. Thank you."