I love Backes and am really hoping he finishes out his career in calgary...
that said, i doubt BT offers him, or anyone for that matter, and 8 year contract. Especially guys on the downside of their 20's... offering a 22 year old a 8 year contract i can see (say a Tkachuk if he keeps on his current trajectory), but not someone at 27-28
a 5.5 aav over 5 or 6 years should land you pretty close
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