But putting myself in Ferly's shoes, as a young prospect with a 30 game NHL resume, and no real stats to write home about (except for the 9 games in the playoffs) I would rather a 2 year deal than a 1 year deal for security.
Putting myself in BT's shoes, I would offer Ferly a 1 year "show me" deal. After he shows you what he can do over 82+ games, then you pay him accordingly.
Thatts why I think Ferly wanted 2 and the Flames wanted 1. Many a player were awesome in their small sample size. Remember Sven? GMs need to be careful not to get swept up in hype of a prospect for the greater good of the club.
With expiring contracts, the Flames can't afford to pay Ferland more money next season. In 2 seasons they'll have more money to work with and can pay Ferland what he's worth if he proves more.
Where do people realistically see him slotting in on our lineup? I think he'll be a third line guy playing with Bennett and they'll both move up. What do you think?
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Where do people realistically see him slotting in on our lineup? I think he'll be a third line guy playing with Bennett and they'll both move up. What do you think?
He'll probably split time with Bollig and Jooris to start. In and out of the lineup on the fourth line.
Where do people realistically see him slotting in on our lineup? I think he'll be a third line guy playing with Bennett and they'll both move up. What do you think?
I'd like to see him with Stajan and Jones.
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Another solid move by Treliving. Keep up the good work. Hopefully Ferland continues to progress the way he has been. Has the potetial to be a very important player for the team.
I swear he must employee mafia hitmen or something. Players have to sign their contracts while Vinny and Jimmy are guarding the door with baseball bats and BT shows them photographic evidence of their indiscretions.
"$825K Ferly or the photos go public and...which oblique was it again? Keep your eye on that Vinny...thats a good man Ferly, right there on the dotted line..."
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That's actually a line that other teams wouldn't try to match, but with a lot more skill than they might think. Jones has a really good shot, Ferland has a nose for the net and Stajan is simply a decent offensive player when given a chance. Jones and Stajan okay good defence as well and Jones and Ferland are good in the opposing corners.
Where do people realistically see him slotting in on our lineup? I think he'll be a third line guy playing with Bennett and they'll both move up. What do you think?
I see Ferland as an interchangeable piece with Bouma. Both can move up and down the 2nd - 4th line LW duties. Whoever is hotter gets more minutes.
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Good for Ferland. He's over come a lot to be in position to earn this contract. Hopefully he plays lights out and puts himself in position to get a Dustin Penner-esque deal the next time his contract is up.
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Yeah!!! I am so glad this is done. Now onto to the pre-season for everyone. I think this team will look quite different by April and the playoffs roll around. I don't know what will happen but I do know that our young guys are pushing hard and our vets better be ready to start this season flying because if they aren't, guess who will be there ready to go.
Exciting times to be a flames fan! Is it still Sept 10th? Only 27 more days....
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