After the dust has settled, I have no ill will towards Gaudreau. In fact, after reading a bit of Blue Jacket coverage, I think Columbus (the city, not team) needed Gaudreau more than Calgary did. Those fans, that city, is legit pumped up. Fans were lined up outside the building for Gaudreau's first practice. I can't help but feel happy for Columbus fans who have been shat on more than a few times with star players leaving.
In short, the Flames are just as good, probably better, and Gaudreau going to Columbus turned out to be a fantastic feel good story. Win/win.
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