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Calgary Flames looking to lock down key member of their core for a VERY long time
The Calgary Flames have been relatively quiet this off-season and with about six weeks before training camps open, it looks like the Flames focus has shifted to re-signing one of their core players to a long term deal, despite trade rumours.
According to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, the Flames are currently working on a potential long-term extension for forward Elias Lindholm. The extension would likely see Lindholm finish his career in Calgary.
It is likely the Flames and Lindholm want to sign an 8-year max contract. According to details the Flames want to sign Lindholm to a deal worth between 8 and 9 million dollars per season.
Lindholm, 28, played 80 games for the Flames last season scoring 22 goals and 42 assists while playing in a top 6 role with the team. With so many key free agents the Flames hope to get Lindholm signed so they can turn their attention elsewhere.
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AOUT 13 | 70 ANSWERS Calgary Flames looking to lock down key member of their core for a VERY long time Do you think Lindholm is worth 8-9M | ||
| Yes | 26 | 37.1 % |
| No | 41 | 58.6 % |
| It isn't even a question | 3 | 4.3 % |
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