That's just a horrible contract. No need to sign him this early and I'm not exactly sure why they decided to pay him starter money after less than a season's work with pretty middling numbers. Normally I would be elated when the Oilers make another critical mistake but Rittich's agent is going to use this contract in negotiations. I realize Treliving's not going to cut that deal but it may lead to the Flames paying more than they originally planned.
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