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Originally Posted by Igottago
This is the dumbest use of the best possible UFA position I think I've ever seen. He got really bad advice.
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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
Not sure why people are so upset. It sounds like Columbus for whatever reason was one of his primary destinations. As crazy as it sounds to us and everyone else, it only has to make sense for Johnny and his family to be a good decision for them.
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Fans (and likely the Flames) are upset that he apparently was negotiating with the Flames until the 11th hour which makes the statement that Columbus was one of his primary destinations not credible. The report was that the exchange between the two sides was emotional which I'm guessing was somewhat heated. He strung the Flames along and then ran out of suiters when Philly couldn't clear cap space and the deal with NJD couldn't be finalized. That statement from Columbus is ridiculous, especially considering the money difference. Just an astounding situation.