Huberdeau surprisingly inks massive extension to remain in Calgary
After losing Johnny Gaudreau for nothing and being forced to trade Matthew Tkachuk, the Flames won't have to worry about losing Jonathan Huberdeau - one of the two main pieces who came back in the Tkachuk deal.
Late last night, the two sides agreed to an 8-year, $84M extension that will pay him an average of $10.5M per season. Almost two thirds of his contract will be paid in signing bonuses, per Frank Seravalli meaning Huberdeau will earn $61.5 mil in signing bonus. He also has a Full NMC 6 of the 8 years and in the last 2 years, a 12-team modified NTC.
Flames GM Brad Treliving spoke after the signing saying, "We are excited to extend Jonathan long-term in Calgary. He is an elite player, one of the premier forwards in the league who makes players around him better."
Huberdeau, or "Huber-dough", as he should now be referred to, said "I'm thrilled to be part of the Calgary Flames organization long-term. I'm excited for this new chapter and I am committed to this team. I'll give everything I have on and off the ice and I can't wait to play in front of the passionate Flames fans."
Huberdeau had 30 goals and 85 assists for 115 points last season with Florida, finishing tied for second-most points in the NHL scoring race. His 85 assists led the league in that category.
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| Great deal! | 60 | 19.3 % |
| Too much money over 8 years | 119 | 38.3 % |
| I'm just surprised he wanted to stay in CGY | 99 | 31.8 % |
| Don't care | 33 | 10.6 % |
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