Confirmed with Link: Flames Sign John Gaudreau and Bill Arnold

[JurassicTunga]

Calgary Flames @NHLFlames
The #Flames have signed @BillDaHurricane & @johngaudreau03 to entry-level contracts ~ http://cflam.es/ORoU33

“We are excited to welcome both Bill Arnold and Johnny Gaudreau to professional hockey after reaching agreements today on entry level contracts with the Calgary Flames,” said Flames President of Hockey Operations Brian Burke. “Bill is a solid two-way player with good offensive instincts combined with power and grit. Congratulations to Johnny on capping off an amazing college season with the Hobey Baker Award, a very well deserved achievement. Johnny is a gifted player with high end skill and smarts. We look forward to having both players, as they take the next step forward in contributing to the success of the Calgary Flames.”

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[Sean Monahan]

 

[HighLifeMan]

Awesome!
Can't wait to see both of these two play.

 

[Taranis]

 

[JurassicTunga]

 

[DCDM]

 

[Sean Monahan]

3 years at 1.85M pending performances bonuses, including a 92 grand signing bonus... I think mom and dad can relax for a while haha

 

[MuffinMerc]

I did say there was no need to be upset.

 

[Taranis]

92 grand can pay for a nice tutor to finish off that communications degree for mom.

 

[slappipappi]

3 years at 1.85M pending performances bonuses, including a 92 grand signing bonus... I think mom and dad can relax for a while haha

THe ELC max is less than $1,000,000, plus bonuses. I think they are two year contracts, or at least they will be once they play SUnday.

 

[Lunatik]

So damn awesome.

The Terminator and Johnny Hockey are going to be big parts of our future!!!

Thanks to Boston College for developing these guys for us.

 

[TheHudlinator]

Time to get a JG jersey!

 

[Pirate King Luffy]

Just posted this on the main trade board. Thanks Tunga!

It will be interesting how he will do against Van city.

 

[Sean Monahan]

THe ELC max is less than $1,000,000, plus bonuses. I think they are two year contracts, or at least they will be once they play SUnday.

I'm not entirely sure but I think since Johnny is not a senior that has to do with him being able to sign a three year ELC instead.

Not entirely sure though

 

[Unlimited Chequing]

Hmm... It's been a while since I've heard The Flames' cupboard referred to as "bare"

 

[Anglesmith]

 

[TheHudlinator]

THe ELC max is less than $1,000,000, plus bonuses. I think they are two year contracts, or at least they will be once they play SUnday.

JG's has to be 3 year deal to play this year. Arnold's should be 2 years. (but those are counting "this season")

ELC's are based on age http://www.capgeek.com/faq/how-do-entry-level-contracts-work

 

[Ace Rimmer]

billdahurricane?

I am relieved.

 

[StreakingRed]

*exhale*

Awesome news.

 

[Calculon]

Looking forward to seeing both of them in the lineup on Sunday.

I think Arnold could be centering the fourth line as soon as next year.

 

[Sean Monahan]

Looking forward to seeing both of them in the lineup on Sunday.

I think Arnold could be centering the fourth line as soon as next year.

depends if we think he has an offensive game in the NHL possibly as well.

Start him in the AHL next year imo. Although not sure how that would work with contracts. Does he still earn the same? JG too

 

[Beats By CoRD]

To all the naysayers who thought Gaudreau wouldn't sign in Calgary: HA!!!!!!!!!!

Considering we are 4th last I don't think we could've asked for a better year. I doubt Johnny makes an immedate impact as I'm sure he'll need to put on some muscle, but my god it's good to have this kid on the team.

 

[TychoFan]

Sign and trade? Seems like Burke has planned this since coming here.

I would only trade him for Crosby anyway.

 

[Sean Monahan]

lel I THINK DEM PARENTS ARE PRETTY PROUD

WE ARE TOO JANE AND GUY!! Calgary will take care of him!!

 

[JulianHopper*]

Welcome Johnny Gaudreau and Bill Arnold

Good day for the Flames and their fans for getting two good players like Johnny Gaudreau and Bill Arnold signed. Look forward to seeing them in the lineup this Sunday.

Bill Arnold is a right handed shot as well which is a bonus seeing as the Flames currently have mostly left handed shooters.

Congratulations to Johnny Gaudreau for winning the Hobey Baker award. Big day for him and his family for sure.

Again, welcome to the Flames Johnny and Bill .