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Originally Posted by Muta
If we're actually debating paying Vladar $2.5M or $2.8M ($300K difference), I'd just try and meet him in the middle at $2.65M and call it a day. He likes Calgary, he's still relatively young, wants to be here, and we still need a good 1B option. Arguing over $300K for a proven asset is dumb, especially with a constantly-ascending cap. Just pay the man.
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I don't think the Flames are looking for a 1B, but for a cheap serviceable backup. Wolf will start 60-65 games each season. He wasn't any better than replacement last season anyway, so if he wants 2.8 and they can get a decent backup for 1.8, that will make a significant difference in their cap flexibility going forward. Remember, they will be wanting to offer a lot of young players long-term contracts, including Wolf.