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Originally Posted by Cecil Terwilliger
Then they could have just refused to trade him. If we’re not gonna get any decent return, call his bluff and let him sit out all season.
Or if he signs for 1 year, trade him as a rental at the deadline.
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Agreed. It wasn't in Tkachuks interest to limit the trade to a single team. He had leverage, but the team had control. He didn't want to get into a game of chicken with Treliving and risk being stuck with the Flames for another season, likely hurting his value and losing year 8 on the deal.
Tkachuk provided Treliving options which kept his trade value up. This ensured a trade, expidited things, and set the stage for the NHL's first 8 year sign and trade.