Backlund's only getting worse from here on out. His prime is sunsetting. So the question is how much do you want to overpay him? If we're paying Backlund $6 million when he's 36 years old then you walk away and trade him.
It's harsh but it's reality. You only keep him if it's at $5 million for 5. Even then it's a huge stretch. He will not be a top six player by the end of the contract. Tough spot for the Flames. Made more difficult by terrible signings like Brouwer.
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