After sleeping on it, I see this as a loss from both teams.
Why would Edmonton do this? They are essentially paying 6.5 million for the next 4 seasons for James Neal.....
Why would Calgary do this? They get a guy making 500k less that has a less chance of bouncing back, but I guess he brings a physical presence if he's not contributing on the scoresheet? With a NMC..... I guess if they trade him again and retain salary, it's cheaper than a buyout with less of a cap hit.
I don't know who lost more. Weird trade.
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