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Originally Posted by Jiri Hrdina
Not sure how you draw any conclusions about how the rest of the NHL feels about him. If anything it could be another example of the gap between how these models perceive these types of players (big, mobile, but largely defensive blueliners) v. how they are valued by NHL teams
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Maybe you missed it but the word "may" in my post is key Jiri. The media and advanced stats guys certainly haven't love the signing and given that, it's not a stretch to think that some teams may not view him as highly as the Flames. I personally feel the deal is a little on the high side but not a big deal given the Flames current cap situation. He's solid if unspectacular and guys like that typically don't generate a lot of hype especially in a small market and had he played last season in a market like Toronto, Florida, or Dallas I'm sure he may have more notoriety. His age and size is definitely a plus which is why I'm not too worried about the contract.