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Originally Posted by FlamesAddiction
I don’t think the deal is bad in isolation. He probably would have received a higher salary but lower term on the open market.
But in the big picture, it doesn’t improve the Oilers and the cap savings aren’t major enough to make a huge difference. Every little bit matters, but they need a lot more to make it count.
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I think this us a fairly accurate description of the signing. At the end of the day, it doesn't really address what the Oilers are lacking, and as a Flames fan, I would like to say that keeping the gang together isn't likely going to give you a different outcome than you already had. Considering the other holes they have throughout their roster, I don't see how this signing makes them better. Klefbom is possibly back next season, reducing that open cap space, and they still need to sign a starter goalie and any other D they want to sign as well as offers for RFA's.