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Originally Posted by dino7c
Since yesterday afternoon?
We could all understand money and family, chance of winning ect.
To hold the Flames hostage and then take less money on a terrible team that really isn't that close to home. I can see why people are kinda pissed. I am one of them.
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Did he actually hold the Flames hostage? It took how long for Brad Treliving to give Johnny his “A” offer. Treliving should’ve been more assertive the first time, or better yet, finalize the deal prior to the season. It was close allegedly, but for whatever reason it fell through.
and like I said earlier, no matter what team he was going to, the money was going to be less than what the Flames offered. So money was never the primary reason. Also, all the teams vying for Gaudreau missed the playoffs last season, they were all in the same boat as far as I’m concerned. Lastly, Columbus plays in eastern time zone, so they’re definitely a lot closed to Philly than Calgary is. I remember hearing that Johnny’s mom would have to stay up past her bed time to watch Johnny play. Now, that won’t be the case.
For me, I just don’t understand why going to Columbus has triggered everybody. Like Nassau County is also a pretty far drive for the Gaudreau clan, would we be pissed if he went to the Islanders? I doubt it.
I don’t know, maybe it’s just me. But I was just very indifferent on where he ended up. Columbus, Carolina, Washington, whatever man, thanks for the memories Johnny. I won’t be booing.