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Originally Posted by dino7c
This is what I am saying though, I think the Flames ARE offering 6.5-7Mx8 right now and I'm totally fine with it. If he doesn't sign that though how do you blame the GM exactly?
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You don't blame the GM for the player not signing. You blame the GM for not turning an asset that has indicated he's not willing to negotiate any further into something that addresses the long-term needs of the team. If a player doesn't want to sign with you for the best offer you have on the table the only control mechanism you have left is to trade the player for assets you continue to have control over.
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Like the Gaudreau situation the Flames are offering the most total dollars by a longshot...if the player won't sign it how on earth do you blame the GM/Organization
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If you know he isn't going to sign, trade him while you can and get good value for him. That is the control the GM has over this situation, so use it. There are teams that would give a good return for Weegar so make that happen if Weegar has indicated he will not accept your best offer. Personally I would prefer he is signed before the season starts, but if he pulls the same Gaudreau ####, send him packing as soon as possible. DON'T build up a case where the team is too reliant on the player to make a deal. Move him if yu are pushed into the corner.