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Originally Posted by The Cobra
So, if Andersson wants to stay (presumably on an 8 year contract) , he'll be resigned?
How about if Kuzmenko wants to stay?
I assume its simply more than whether they want to stay, its whether Calgary wants them to stay on terms acceptable to Calgary.
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Don’t know.
I’m not in the room and I’m not negotiating. If Anderson wants to stay I’m sure Conroy would have the conversation. Term and dollars will dictate, obviously. That’s why I mention Anderson specifically as the exception. I do think there’s a chance, albeit less than 50%, he extends. I think Anderson, ultimately, will want to be playing on a competitive team sooner rather than later but I’m just a fan from 30,000ft. I have no idea what he’s said to Conroy or if he’s said anything at all other than ‘let’s see how this goes’. It was basically a year ago he was being talked about as a potential captain for this team. Is it a forgone conclusion they are going to trade him? I’m not so sure.
Again, Conroy said he wants to make room for young players, so I don’t see a long term fit for Kuzmenko. Nor Mantha.
To be clear, I think Conroy wants to have room so young players to earn their spots. He’s not going yo give it to them. If Pelletier, for example, has a strong year in the AHL. Conroy will make room for him.