It's amazing what players are willing to do for a big-ass pay check. I mean, sure it's a lot of money. But at this stage in their career, they've already made a bazillion dollars and their families, kids, and grandchildren are set for life. Who in their right mind would want to play for that tire fire for such an extended period of time? Not that the Flames or Canucks are a much better option these days, but Edmonton would be the absolute last place I'd want to sign if I were a UFA. Your chances of getting anywhere near a Cup with those clowns any time soon are basically zilch. And to top it all off, you have to live in Edmonton and spend a great deal of time there over the next several years. Yuck.
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