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Originally Posted by GreenLantern2814
Makes sense for Backlund to take a shorter term - he gets three years of security and stability, and an expiring contract as a 37 year old might allow him a better shot to ring chase if his game remains consistent vs at 38.
Plus, I really don’t think these guys like the idea of having to play until they’re 38-40 years old to collect all their money.
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I think you're off the mark entirely on this one. It doesn't make sense for a non star player at Backlund's age to take shorter term to get more contracts after.
It's the team that wants shorter term, and short term (Flames) vs long term (Backlund) is likely the centre piece of negotiations. Backlund was likely pushing for four years, the Flames for two years and if they meet the in the middle it will be three, while the Flames hope to get their way at two.