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Unfortunately, I think the Flames likely appreciate working with Sportsnet as it's very friendly and safe for them. They've built all these media relationships and kind of control the message a bit through Sportsnet.
Sportsnet probably still wants the Flames, this is likely just a strongarm as we're a very small market for them by Canadian hockey standards. They'll re-up with the Oilers and make the Flames take a lesser offer later, and I bet the Flames will go for it.
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