Johnny Gaudreau, the Flames' emerging superstar, is currently locked in a negotiation with the Flames over his next contract. Many argue "he's our best player and if he's asking for $7 million or $8 million... he's worth it. Pay the man." However, others argue that he's not worth that kind of money.
A central argument against him getting paid like other top flight young stars is that he is too small and is bound to get injured in the near future.
"He's one bad slash away from never playing again."
"His body won't hold up over the years.