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Originally Posted by shadowlord
Disappointed that he doesn't/didn't want to play for the Flames, but at least it shows that our amateur scouting department made the right choice in identifying talent.
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Looks like from Fox's and his agent's perspective it was the right choice since he's obviously going to get at least a Norris nomination and a massive payday shortly. Can't really fault him for the career path he's carved out for himself as it's going to pay off.
However nobody should ever think the Flames are losers in this or are to blame. He was never going to sign here and the fact that Carolina got hosed too just goes to show him and his agent had their eyes set on NY and NY only.
But as you said, it's a great endorsement of the Flames' scouting staff. A legit Norris contender selected in the 3rd round is pretty miraculous. It gives me hope that one day scouting can select someone similar and this time that player stays in Calgary.
Still sucks though. Fox could would have been the heir to Gio and would have solidified the backend for years to come
