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GGG · 11-11-2009, 11:59 AM

I think a more interesting essay would that a Strong Canadian Currency and Good Management, not the Salary Cap has led to the resurgence of Hockey in Calgary. Every year since the lockout the Salary Cap has hurt the Flames. In fact we have paid more then the cap this year and last year with 1 way deals stashed in the minors.

If the dollar were to drop back down to 66 cents. It would mean Calgary's payroll would have to drop to around 40 million with the same revenue coming in. This would put us in a much less competitive situation.

Saying that the Cap saved the flames is a boring essay because everyone believes this to be true. The more interesting arguement is to talk about the Currency issues.

11-11-2009, 11:59 AM	#22
GGG Franchise Player Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: California Exp:	I think a more interesting essay would that a Strong Canadian Currency and Good Management, not the Salary Cap has led to the resurgence of Hockey in Calgary. Every year since the lockout the Salary Cap has hurt the Flames. In fact we have paid more then the cap this year and last year with 1 way deals stashed in the minors. If the dollar were to drop back down to 66 cents. It would mean Calgary's payroll would have to drop to around 40 million with the same revenue coming in. This would put us in a much less competitive situation. Saying that the Cap saved the flames is a boring essay because everyone believes this to be true. The more interesting arguement is to talk about the Currency issues.