I think the Flames should sit on any negotiations until mid next season when he is in the clear starters role. We may be able to lock him up cheaper this off-season, but it is best to reduce risk when committing long term.
If by then he is truly established and consistent as a #1, try to lock him up for 8 years (I imagine $7.5M gets it done).
I agree with some others in this thread who cite goalies who come into the league hot, and fade once the book on them is out. The elite goalies adapt their game, the average ones fade away. We still need to see what Wolfie is (I have faith he is a legit #1).
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