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Originally Posted by Textcritic
What is this assertion based on?
I have seen a few posters say it, but it doesn't align with the numbers I posted a while back in this thread, which show that Backlund is among the top-40 producing centres in the entire NHL over the past three seasons. Add to that his excellent defensive play and I really believe that most teams would be clamouring to add him to their second lines.
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There are teams that Backlund would be the default #1C. Just not the contenders.
The stats don't always line up to reflect reality. Buffalo with ROR, Eichel and Sam R would not want Backlund at his current contract despite him out-producing their 3 guys over the last 3 years.
What teams do you see lining up to out-bid the Flames for him as a UFA?