I don't know why Winnipeg would want the Flames when they've got an affiliation with Vancouver. They have a nice arrangement that lets them sign free agents like Krog and they are drawing very well. Maybe they would draw well with the Flames, too, but why mess with a good situation? They are doing just fine with their current arrangement.
The Flames really need to realize they need to build a fan base for their AHL team. The prime AHL markets like Winnipeg or even Milwaukee and Chicago for that matter or doing just fine with their current affiliations. Why would any of these teams want to trade their existing affiliation for one with such a rocky track record?
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