Flames' Johnny Gaudreau: Tendered qualifying offer Monday

Gaudreau was extended a qualifying offer by the Flames on Monday.

Analysis:

Gaudreau avoided the sophomore slump by racking up an astonishing 30 goals and 48 helpers this season. Calgary is likely extending the offer as a formality and will look to lock up Johnny Hockey to a long-term deal as quickly as possible. One of the top young talents in the league, fantasy owners will certainly want to snatch up the 22-year-old, perhaps sooner rather than later.