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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
I'm of the opinion if he maintains his pace all season the team should sell high. I like Gaudreau as he's probably one of my favorite Flames over the past few decades but am still not convinced he would re-sign in Calgary as he's going to want to kick the tires on the eastern franchises. Also he's going to be almost 30 at the end of his contract and I don't like the idea of paying him $8 million long term into his 30's. I think moving him may hurt in the short term but if the right assets are required could help set up the next core of the franchise. The Flames simply can't afford to mismanage what is one of their top assets.
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I am also all for this approach. However, the pandemic possibly adds another wrinkle that I think is well worth exploring. With a flat cap in place there may be an opportunity to sign Gaudreau at a reduced rate and for a short term if he chooses to bank on signing a big deal after the League recovers in two or three years.