Johnny Gaudreau has thrown water on a fan's idea that his lingering contract negotiations with the Flames are a sign he's not hot on Calgary.

The restricted free agent remains without a new contract, and reportedly won't negotiate with the club during his sting with Team North America at the upcoming World Cup of Hockey.

Meanwhile, general manager Brad Treliving said the two sides will continue to work away in hopes of reaching a new agreement prior to the start of the regular season.

The process is taking longer than both sides would have hoped, but don't question Gaudreau's affinity for his hockey home.

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