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Originally Posted by SuperMatt18
It’s a game of chicken at this point.
To me both sides know that they want the relationship to continue…it’s just each side trying to get the best deal possible
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The Flames need him more than he needs them. Unless he would really despise moving somewhere else, the Flames don't have any leverage.
I think he could get $11.5 AAV on a 7 year deal if he becomes a UFA and the Flames need to at least match that. Just my opinion, but I think that is his market value, and to be honest, I would have some anxiety giving a 29 year old player that kind of contract. I think people are right that Gaudreau could be the kind of player that remains productive into his 30s, but it is still a pretty big gamble.