“Eric Francis this morning on Sportsnet 960 said he expects a Backlund extension and a press conference for him getting the C will happen “in the next 2 weeks.” #Flames”
Eric Francis this morning on Sportsnet 960 said he expects a Backlund extension and a press conference for him getting the C will happen "in the next 2 weeks." #Flames
— Andrew Mangiapane is the best Breadman (@FieryBreadman) September 26, 2023
by fierybreadman
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That literally just means before the regular season starts (October 11).
Flames are having a special event on the 7th. I’m figuring that’s where they’ll make the announcement.
I feel like I’m reliving the same “news” every other day for the last few weeks
If Backlund signs a 3 year extension, he might surpass Iggy for most games played as a Flame and will most likely finish 4th all time in points.
Do you see him getting his jersey retired in the same way like Hejduk, Koivu or Lehtinen did? Not a superstar, but a leader who played his whole career one team and is up there points wise.
Had a good laugh listening to Barnburner yesterday. The guys were pointing out that Francis has made this statement about so many guys he’ll be “right” eventually
As long as the number remains relatively team friendly, should be good