Bump.
Looks like contract talks with Backs has begun.
Flames open extension talks with F Backlund - Article - TSN
Eric Francis is reporting Backlund's starting ask is 5x5. I'm taking that with a grain of salt until someone who didn't get their job from their mom backs that up, but if there's any truth to it, that's a steal and what I was hoping for as a final number. If I was a GM and he came into my office with that offer, I'd choke on my coffee and give him a pen ASAP.
I'd be happy even with a 6x6 ask, because both sides always start with a number they know they can negotiate from. They never ask what they settle for