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Originally Posted by The Cobra
Why would Johnny sign for 7 years?
He'll want and get 8 from the Flames if he signs with them.
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I imagine both sides have many scenarios modelled out, with advantages and disadvantages for different term length. What is the players injury history? What is his fitness level over time? What is the historical productivity for similar players projected into their early to mid 30s, and how does Johnny fit into that projection? What are salary cap projections? When does the current CBA expire, and what might the next one look like? I would guess that I am barely scratching the surface of the issues that are contemplated.
Maybe Johnny wants 5-6 years, which takes him to 33-34 years old. At that age, he has a greater chance to get one more big contract. So they need to consider what is better, two big ~5 year contracts, or one big 8 year contract, which takes him to 36, followed by some short term deals? I could see the term being anywhere from 5 to 8 years
I think Tkachuk's age makes it more likely for both sides to want 8 years