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Matthew Tkachuk #19 of the Calgary Flames celebrates after scoring against the Edmonton Oilers during the third period of Game One of the Second Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Saddledome on May 18, 2022 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Derek Leung/Getty Images)

Less than a week after losing Johnny Gaudreau, the team now very much appears on the brink of having to part with Matthew Tkachuk.

The team certainly isn’t making a move like this to save money on his $9-million qualifying offer, as the 24-year-old restricted free agent is sure to make out like a bandit after his 42-goal, 104-point season.

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In all likelihood, Tkachuk has indicated to the Flames what many have feared for years -- that he isn’t interested in extending his stay in Calgary.

If so, the only difference between him and his U.S. compatriot, Gaudreau, is that Tkachuk is being far more forthcoming on his intentions than Johnny Ohio was.

Flames GM Brad Treliving politely refused comment on the move when contacted by , but the reality is clear: if Tkachuk isn’t willing to sign for more than one year, he has to be traded.

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And so, the Flames took the first step in protecting themselves from the possibility of Tkachuk doing what has seemed like his obvious move all season long: he’d avoid filing for arbitration and sign his $9-million qualifying offer by Friday’s deadline.

Potential trade partners would want the ability to extend Tkachuk for a full eight years, which wouldn't be possible if he signed his qualifying offer.

If the U.S.-born Tkachuk is simply looking to return stateside, or to a bigger market, surely he and the Flames would work together to try making it happen.

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Arbitration hearings don’t begin until July 27, and run through Aug. 11, but if Tkachuk goes through that process he can’t negotiate an extension until Jan. 1, 2023.

No one is offering between $8.4 million and $10.5 million for Tkachuk, as it would net the Flames two first-round picks, two second-round picks and a third-rounder for a one-year rental.

If Tkachuk signed an offer sheet like that, and the Flames matched it, the Flames wouldn’t be able to trade that player for a full year, walking him to free agency.

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None of this prevents Tkachuk from signing a long-term deal with the team that drafted him sixth overall in 2016 and has been rewarded ever since by one of the league's most unique talents.

Like Gaudreau, if Tkachuk has indeed indicated he wants out, it isn’t about money, as it’s likely his biggest paycheque would come from the Flames.

Calgary Flames forward Matthew Tkachuk, right, celebrates his goal with teammate forward Johnny Gaudreau during third period NHL second round playoff hockey action in Calgary, Wednesday, May 18, 2022. (CP Photo)

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The fact that Calgary is far from his St. Louis roots, is across a border and is devoid of a modern rink doesn’t help the Flames’ cause.

That the 35-goal scorer is keen to sign for longer than the one year that would walk him to the open market.

“I don’t want to get into the negotiations -- I share Brad (Treliving’s) view that it’s never really healthy for the process -- but I think ultimately to admit that Andrew has submitted a proposal on a multi-year deal tells you he’s quite interested in staying here despite the uncertainty that surrounds Matthew Tkachuk, ” said Winter, somewhat ironically.

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“Regardless of what happens, Matthew Tkachuk will be replaced by someone in a trade. You may not get a Matthew Tkachuk-type, but you might get an Alex DeBrincat. If Tkachuk is moved, you don’t go from Tkachuk to nobody.

“Certainly Andrew feels very comfortable with the coaching staff, he likes the management team here, he likes the city, he’s had a good experience, said Winter.

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn More or change your cookie preferences. By continuing to use this site, you agree to the use of cookies.While discussing the fight game with UFC welterweight contender Belal Muhammad on his podcast, Rogan relayed his disappointment in the failed negotiations between Ngannou and the UFC, which led to the promotion booking a vacant heavyweight title fight between former light heavyweight king Jon Jones and former interim heavyweight champ Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 285.

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“I’m so bummed out, man, ” Rogan said on a recent episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience.” “I do not like this whole thing. I do not like this at all. I do not like when a champion leaves. I do not like having the best guy in the world not being the champion. I do not like the best guy in the world not fighting for the title against Jon.

“If Francis wanted to resign and he wanted to say, ‘I’m done, I had a great career, I made some money and I’m going to relax, ’ OK. Congratulations, sir. You had a great career. But to not make it through negotiations, I don’t know what the deal is. I suspect some of it involved him wanting to be able to box as well, because there very well may be a pot of gold at the end of that rainbow.”

Ngannou made his UFC debut in December 2015. In his 13th fight with the promotion, he claimed the heavyweight title by knocking out Stipe Miocic in a rematch at UFC 260, while looking better than ever. At UFC 270, Ngannou defended his title for the first and only time, defeating Gane with an injured knee, while still showing off an improved wrestling game.

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That fight marked the final bout on his UFC contract, and he then went to head-to-head with the promotion at the negotiation table. Unfortunately for both sides, an agreement could not be reached, leaving many unanswered questions.

For one, Jones’ debut in the heavyweight division was looming. A fight between him and Ngannou was often discussed, but at least for now, will not come to fruition unless Ngannou and the UFC can come to terms later down the road. If Jones continues his winning ways in a heavier division after a three-year layoff, the yearning for a bout against Ngannou will only grow stronger.

“I’m mad because I feel like we were deprived of one of the great fights in MMA – one of the most compelling fights in MMA, ” Rogan said. “Doesn’t mean I’m not interested in Ciryl Gane and Jon Jones. I’m very interested in that fight.

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“… For Jon, it’s going to be, can Jon take him (Gane) down. How does Jon perform at heavyweight? Can Jon close the distance? Is he as fast? What is the three years off like? Is he hungrier and even better because he’s fired up? Like, ‘Y’all must have forgot, ’ he’s got that mindset?”

I just feel like this man's (Pereira) power, the fact that he's already beaten him three times. I think fourth time, he just puts a stamp on it.

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