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Originally Posted by The Cobra
If Backlund wants 8-years at $6M, I think you need to plug your nose and give it to him. Letting him go will seriously decrease your chances of winning the Cup. He's your shut-down guy and is not readily replaceable.
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If Backlund wants an 8 x $6M deal then 100% he's not going to be a Flame after his current deal expires. He's a good player but he doesn't command that term and I personally don't consider him a $6 million player. I'm pretty sure he's going to be more reasonable than this.