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Originally Posted by blankall
Tkachuk can be somewhat easily replaced in free agency IMO. If you're willing to pay $9+ million long term for a winger, there's a lot of options. If you were to throw that money at Forsberg, you'd probably come out ahead.
Gaudreau, however, is a legit top talent that drives the Flames offence. Without him, the Flames are in a heap of trouble. He's a very unique player in the NHL.
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No disagreement. But part of what makes him unique also makes the Flames a little too reliant on half of the ice. So while I'd prefer he stayed, if he doesn't the Flames will have to change and embrace a different kind of offence.