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Originally Posted by SuperMatt18
I don't see them moving Couturier or Konecny for him at this point but I do see them being very interested in Gaudreau and a big reason is for marketing.
Remember that the Flyers are owned by Comcast and I think they see Gaudreau as a guy that sells in that market. He's a guy they've put on billboards when the Flames visit Philadelphia, and a guy that they actively promote on TV when the Flames game is coming up.
I recall Al Morganti talking on the Fan960 about how much they love Gaudreau in Philly and the surrounding area and that kids/fans in the area are nuts about him.
So yeah I think the team could have a lot of interest in him, even if he doesn't fit their on ice style. Plus when you have a team like Philly that's bigger and quick as a whole you are less worried about a smaller guy like Gaudreau.
I have no doubts that Gaudreau is a 90+ point, impact player again in Philly, just since they have the other pieces to protect his weaknesses. My worry is that I'm not sure Gaudreau hits those heights over the next year in Calgary, and I don't see him staying here as a UFA anyways.
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I think the marketing concept is overrated for Philly.
They are close to selling out their stadium each night. Winning keeps the fans coming.
I doubt that Johnny hits 90 points in Philly because they like their players playing a complete game. He wouldn’t be getting the same premium ice theme there, he’d have to earn it.
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