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Originally Posted by Eric Vail
I don't mean that the Flames should have issued the ultimatum before the traded deadline. This year was their best chance in making a run since 2004. They had to go for it.
After the season they could have told Gaudreau that if he hasn't signed by June 25, the Flames would be looking at moving on from him. They didn't have to let it go down to the wire and miss out on draft day opportunities or laying the groundwork for some prime free agents.
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Sure, but on June 25th, his trade value is probably a 3rd or 4th round pick. At that point, I would rather keep the door open to potentially signing him.