The best Flames comparable for the contract situation is when Brodie was signed to his extension a few years ago. 3rd contract for both, coming off a bridge after ELC.
That being said, Brodie had more NHL time, proven himself in a bigger role (stepped up big time with injuries), and signed for what works out after cap inflation to be about 500K per year less.
This is an overpay by close to 1M a year IMO. Not saying Lindell is not a good player, but if he is making 5.8M, that on most teams that is #2, potentially #1 D.
I guess the Stars can afford this while Klinberg is on a steal of a deal
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