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Originally Posted by blender
I would say the 8th year is a significant advantage for Calgary that pushes the odds to better than even.
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The 8th year and negotiating advantage before other teams. Sure, he can wait a few months to see what's there, but I think we all forget how hard it would be to look at an offer north of $70 million and say you'll wait and see.
At the same time, it's not like that offer is going to go away.
Were I in Gaudreau's position, I would certainly want to see what's out there. A hockey career is short, and the opportunity to play in different cities is likely attractive to most players. That said, exploring the market wouldn't rule out re-signing either.