The Calgary Flames could look a lot different next season. After seeing star Johnny Gaudreau walk in free agency last week, the Flames are now also bracing for the exit of All-Star winger Matthew Tkachuk.

According to multiple reports, Tkachuk has told the Flames that he won’t sign an extension with the franchise. The 24-year-old player is currently a restricted free agent and will become an unrestricted agent next summer. This development has got Calgary’s front office working the phones in order to avoid losing such an impactful player for nothing.

Tkachuk’s agent reportedly provided the Flames with the list of his preferred destinations and teams he would be willing to sign long-term. Although Calgary doesn’t have to honor his request, it is in their favor to do so. Any team that isn’t on the list will avoid giving up significant assets for the player, knowing he can leave for nothing after just one year.

So far, the most likely destination for Matthew Tkachuk is the St. Louis Blues. Tkachuk grew up in St. Louis, supporting the Blues as his father, Keith Tkachuk, played for the team for nine seasons.

Tkachuk, who made his debut in 2016–17, has played 431 games for the Flames and contributed 382 points (152 goals and 230 assists). He was an All-Star in 2020 and has NHL Second All-Star Team honors from this past season.

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Calgary Flames’ fans can finally relax knowing that their emerging star winger Matthew Tkachuk won’t be going anywhere anytime soon. Flames confirmed on Thursday that Tkachuk, who was a restricted free agent, inked a three year deal with the organization.

Tkachuk’s new contract is worth $21 million and comes with a $7 million annual value which makes him the Flames’ highest-paid player on an annual basis. Johnny Gaudreau and Mark Giordano now come at second and third place with a $6.75 million salary.

During the negotiations, Tkachuk was away from the team and missed two weeks of training camp.

“Now, I’m relieved, being here,” said Tkachuk after inking the deal. “It was a good process. Obviously it took longer than a lot of people wanted. But I thought it went well. We wanted to make sure we were here for Game 1 and, I might even get a pre-season game so that’s a bonus.”

He was also warmly welcomed by Flames head coach Bill Peters, who was happy to see his star player back on ice.

“Good to have him back in the fold,” – said Peters. “I’m glad it’s over with. I thought that both sides did a great job. And happy we won’t have to do it for, probably, three more years.”

Matthew Tkachuk is coming off his most productive season in the league, having played 80 in 2018/19 NHL season and contributing with career highs in goals (34), assists (43) and points (77).

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The Calgary Flames could look a lot different next season. After seeing star Johnny Gaudreau walk in free agency last week, the Flames are now also bracing for the exit of All-Star winger Matthew Tkachuk.

According to multiple reports, Tkachuk has told the Flames that he won’t sign an extension with the franchise. The 24-year-old player is currently a restricted free agent and will become an unrestricted agent next summer. This development has got Calgary’s front office working the phones in order to avoid losing such an impactful player for nothing.

Tkachuk’s agent reportedly provided the Flames with the list of his preferred destinations and teams he would be willing to sign long-term. Although Calgary doesn’t have to honor his request, it is in their favor to do so. Any team that isn’t on the list will avoid giving up significant assets for the player, knowing he can leave for nothing after just one year.

So far, the most likely destination for Matthew Tkachuk is the St. Louis Blues. Tkachuk grew up in St. Louis, supporting the Blues as his father, Keith Tkachuk, played for the team for nine seasons.

Tkachuk, who made his debut in 2016–17, has played 431 games for the Flames and contributed 382 points (152 goals and 230 assists). He was an All-Star in 2020 and has NHL Second All-Star Team honors from this past season.

The post All-Star Matthew Tkachuk Tells Flames He Won’t Re-Sign, Expected to Be Traded appeared first on SportzBonanza.

Calgary Flames’ fans can finally relax knowing that their emerging star winger Matthew Tkachuk won’t be going anywhere anytime soon. Flames confirmed on Thursday that Tkachuk, who was a restricted free agent, inked a three year deal with the organization.

Tkachuk’s new contract is worth $21 million and comes with a $7 million annual value which makes him the Flames’ highest-paid player on an annual basis. Johnny Gaudreau and Mark Giordano now come at second and third place with a $6.75 million salary.

During the negotiations, Tkachuk was away from the team and missed two weeks of training camp.

“Now, I’m relieved, being here,” said Tkachuk after inking the deal. “It was a good process. Obviously it took longer than a lot of people wanted. But I thought it went well. We wanted to make sure we were here for Game 1 and, I might even get a pre-season game so that’s a bonus.”

He was also warmly welcomed by Flames head coach Bill Peters, who was happy to see his star player back on ice.

“Good to have him back in the fold,” – said Peters. “I’m glad it’s over with. I thought that both sides did a great job. And happy we won’t have to do it for, probably, three more years.”

Matthew Tkachuk is coming off his most productive season in the league, having played 80 in 2018/19 NHL season and contributing with career highs in goals (34), assists (43) and points (77).

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