I think Phillips re-signs if the Flames offer similar deal to other NHL clubs. He should get as fair of a shot with the Flames with Sutter gone as with any other club, and I bet he would prefer to stay with the Flames. Flames AHL team being in Calgary is huuuuge, if he doesn't make the Flames roster he just needs to walk down to a different dressing room, his life stays the same. A lot of AHL clubs are in the worst cities in the country. Phillips is not guaranteed a spot on any NHL team, so might as well stick with the Flames if the money is similar
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