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Originally Posted by KootenayFlamesFan
A no-brainer for the kid, no guaranteed NHL time with the Flames, guaranteed spot with the Oil and probably lots of chances in the top 6, whether he deserves it or not. Much more playing time for him with the inferior team up north.
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The thing is, he could be in the bottom 6 in Calgary and still play with decent players. Not so in Edmonton.
Make the NHL for sure next season with the Oilers, but he sacrificing long term earning potential maybe.