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Frolik says deal with Jets 'very close', Flames won bid in last minute decision

CALGARY — Michael Frolik gave nothing away today when asked about the free-agent process that saw him leave the Winnipeg Jets in July.

The 27-year-old Czech Republic-born right-winger was an unrestricted free agent after last season and chose to sign a five-year, $21.5-year (all figures U.S.) deal with the Calgary Flames, the Jets’ opponents tonight in the final pre-season contest for both teams.

Colorado Avalanche's Chris Bigras, right, steals the puck from Calgary Flames' Michael Frolik, of the Czech Republic, during NHL pre-season hockey action in Calgary on Tuesday.
JEFF MCINTOSH / THE CANADIAN PRESS Colorado Avalanche's Chris Bigras, right, steals the puck from Calgary Flames' Michael Frolik, of the Czech Republic, during NHL pre-season hockey action in Calgary on Tuesday.