This was maybe the easiest pick the Kraken had to make. AHL caliber players or a team captain a few years removed from winning a Norris Trophy that can still play and only has one year left on his current contract. I'm not sad at all as this is a great pick for both organizations as the Flames badly needs changes to the core and the Kraken are getting a great guy to lead the team in their inaugural season. Gio will play in a beautiful city and get more of the recognition he deserves.
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